Dental
caries, commonly known as tooth decay, are the cause of one of the most common
dental problems – cavities.
Dental
caries originate from several strains of mutans streptococci bacteria. When
these bacteria consume sugars from the food you eat, they secrete acid that
breaks down your tooth’s protective enamel structures. Your saliva naturally
repairs some of this damage, but if too much harm is done before your saliva
can counteract the problem, a cavity begins to form.
If you
believe that you have a cavity, please call our office at 647-371-1894 to
book an appointment. Our team will be able to examine the area of concern and
recommend appropriate treatment. If caught early, some cavities can be repaired
without the need for anesthetic, so be sure to visit as soon as possible!
Read
more: How
to Address and Treat Dental Cavities
