Caries
Caries is an irreversibly damaged center of the soft surface of the teeth, which develops and creates small pits and holes. Caries is caused by a combination of certain factors, such as: bacteria in the mouth, frequent food intake, sugary drinks, improper dental care
Caries is one of the most widespread problems in the world Caries is especially common in children, adolescents and adults However, anyone can develop caries, even babies
If you do not treat caries, it develops, enlarges and damages the deeper layers of the tooth. Caries can cause severe tooth pain, infection and tooth loss Regular visits to the dentist and proper dental hygiene are the best protection against caries
Tooth decay is caused by tooth damage This is quite a long process The stages of caries development are:
- Formation of plaque The oral cavity normally contains many types of bacteria Some bacteria use food and drink that are rich in sugar When this sugar is not cleaned and remains on the surface of the tooth, bacteria begin to use it and release acids The bacteria form bacterial plaque – a sticky mass that clings to the tooth You may feel the appearance of plaque - its surface is rough and can be felt especially on the back gills, near the gum. If you don't remove the foil while it's soft, it hardens and becomes difficult to remove, creating the perfect environment for bacteria to grow.
- Folak development The acids produced in the foil demineralize the outer enamel of the tooth Enamel erosion causes small pits and holes in the tooth - the first stage of caries When parts of the enamel are removed, bacteria and acids can penetrate deeper layers, e.g to dentin Dentin is softer than enamel and less resistant to acid
- Continuation of damage As damage develops, bacteria and acid penetrate the inner layers of the tooth, such as the pulp The pulp contains nerves and blood vessels The pulp becomes inflamed and irritated due to bacterial exposure When caries spreads to this place, severe toothache, sensitivity, pain when biting, etc. begin Sh The body may develop a response to the bacterial infection that will cause the white blood cells to become activated and a tooth abscess to form. An abscess is a pocket of pus caused by a bacterial infection
Signs and symptoms of tooth decay vary by location and extent When caries is in its early stages, symptoms may not appear at all As the lesion progresses, signs and symptoms include:
- Toothache
- Increased tooth sensitivity
- Mild or sharp pain when eating sweet, hot or cold foods/drinks
- Noticeable pits on teeth
- Brown, black or white spots on tooth surface
- Pain Therefore, it is important to visit the dentist regularly and have your teeth checked If you have a toothache, see a dentist as soon as possible
