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Introduction<\/a><\/li>
What Causes Tooth Decay?<\/a><\/li>
Symptoms of Tooth Decay<\/a><\/li>
Home Remedies for Tooth Decay<\/a><\/li>
When to Seek Medical Help?<\/a><\/li>
Conclusion<\/a><\/li>
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)<\/a><\/li>
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<\/span>Introduction<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\nHave you noticed small, black holes in your teeth? Did you dismiss them as just stains? They may not be just stains; they can be early signs of tooth decay. Since childhood, we have been told not to eat sweets and chocolates, as they may destroy our teeth. The bacteria in our mouth use the sugar and starch from our food to produce acid that destroys the tooth. The small spot can turn into a big hole in no time, cause pain, and if it is not treated in time, you might even lose your tooth ^{1<\/sup><\/a>. This decay is commonly referred to as cavities, also known as dental caries. You can prevent cavities by brushing and flossing your teeth properly}^{2<\/sup><\/a>.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n}
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<\/span>What Causes Tooth Decay?<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\nThere are plenty of bacteria in the mouth, some are helpful to us, and others cause harm. These harmful bacteria are responsible for the decay of teeth. The bacteria together form a film (plaque) and participate in making acid from the food that you eat, mainly from sugars and starches. This acid forms and damages the teeth, which we see as decay. As part of a natural process, our teeth keep losing and regaining minerals. If we do not care for our teeth properly, it results in the loss of more minerals than we can regain, thus leading to tooth decay ^{1<\/sup><\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n}
<\/span>Symptoms of Tooth Decay<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
There are a few signs that you should look out for if you think that you have tooth decay. The symptoms of tooth decay are:\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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Stains on the surface of the teeth. They may be white or brown colored.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n
You might see a cavity in your tooth.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n
You might feel sensitivity when you eat something sweet, cold, or hot.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Pain in the tooth (known as a toothache)\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Sometimes, you may have a fever along with swelling in the face due to infection ^{1<\/sup><\/a>.\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n}
<\/span>Home Remedies for Tooth Decay<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
The best way to avoid the decay of teeth is to take care of them by maintaining proper oral hygiene. All the remedies suggested here are to maintain oral health and prevent the formation of cavities. The following are a few home remedies for better and healthier teeth.\u00a0<\/p>
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