{"id":78556,"date":"2025-07-10T07:25:57","date_gmt":"2025-07-10T07:25:57","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/dentakademiglobal.com\/?p=78556"},"modified":"2026-07-28T09:04:55","modified_gmt":"2026-07-28T09:04:55","slug":"how-to-prevent-tooth-decay","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/dentakademiglobal.com\/es\/como-prevenir-la-caries-dental\/","title":{"rendered":"\u00bfC\u00f3mo prevenir la caries dental? \u00bfQu\u00e9 hacer para prevenir la caries dental?"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"wp-post\" data-elementor-id=\"78556\" class=\"elementor elementor-78556\" data-elementor-post-type=\"post\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-65038b68 e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"65038b68\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-settings=\"{&quot;background_background&quot;:&quot;classic&quot;}\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-84560d9 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"84560d9\" 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This causes the tooth enamel to be damaged over time, leading to cavity formation. It is possible to reduce the risk of cavity formation with early diagnosis and fluoride applications.<\/p><div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_74 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Alternar tabla de contenidos\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/dentakademiglobal.com\/es\/como-prevenir-la-caries-dental\/#What_Causes_Tooth_Decay\" >What Causes Tooth Decay?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/dentakademiglobal.com\/es\/como-prevenir-la-caries-dental\/#Tooth_Decay_in_Babies\" >Tooth Decay in Babies<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/dentakademiglobal.com\/es\/como-prevenir-la-caries-dental\/#Tooth_Decay_in_Children\" >Tooth Decay in Children<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/dentakademiglobal.com\/es\/como-prevenir-la-caries-dental\/#How_Is_Tooth_Decay_Detected\" >How Is Tooth Decay Detected?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/dentakademiglobal.com\/es\/como-prevenir-la-caries-dental\/#How_to_Stop_Tooth_Decay\" >How to Stop Tooth Decay?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/dentakademiglobal.com\/es\/como-prevenir-la-caries-dental\/#Frequently_Asked_Questions_About_Tooth_Decay\" >Frequently Asked Questions About Tooth Decay<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Causes_Tooth_Decay\"><\/span>What Causes Tooth Decay?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2><p>Tooth decay is the damage to tooth enamel resulting from the production of acid when bacteria in the mouth combine with sugar and food debris. These acids create tiny pores in the tooth enamel, which eventually turn into cavities. Excessive consumption of carbohydrate and high-sugar foods, followed by insufficient oral hygiene, paves the way for tooth decay.<\/p><p>Some of the causes include:<\/p><ul><li><p>Dietary habits<\/p><\/li><li><p>Insufficient oral hygiene<\/p><\/li><li><p>Fluoride deficiency<\/p><\/li><li><p>Problems with saliva flow<\/p><\/li><li><p>Incorrect tooth brushing<\/p><\/li><\/ul><table><thead><tr><th><strong>Cause<\/strong><\/th><th><strong>How It Leads to Decay<\/strong><\/th><th><strong>Key Notes<\/strong><\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td><strong>Poor Oral Hygiene<\/strong><\/td><td>Plaque and bacteria accumulate, producing acids that erode enamel<\/td><td>Brushing twice daily + flossing is essential<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>High-Sugar &amp; Starchy Diet<\/strong><\/td><td>Sugars feed bacteria \u2192 acid formation \u2192 enamel breakdown<\/td><td>Sweets, bread, pasta, juices, soda increase risk<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Fluoride Deficiency<\/strong><\/td><td>Enamel becomes weak and more prone to acid damage<\/td><td>Fluoride strengthens and remineralizes enamel<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Reduced Saliva Flow<\/strong><\/td><td>Less natural cleansing \u2192 more bacteria and acid formation<\/td><td>Caused by medications, dehydration, mouth breathing<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Incorrect Brushing Technique<\/strong><\/td><td>Ineffective cleaning or enamel abrasion<\/td><td>Too hard brushing can damage enamel &amp; gums<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Tooth_Decay_in_Babies\"><\/span>Tooth Decay in Babies<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2><p>Tooth decay in babies usually results from not cleaning the baby&#8217;s mouth after breastfeeding or giving sugary drinks to the baby. This condition is also known as <b>bottle decay<\/b>. Even breast milk, when left on the tooth for a long time, triggers acid production. Additionally, insufficient cleaning of pacifiers and baby bottles also increases the risk of cavity formation in babies.<\/p><h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Tooth_Decay_in_Children\"><\/span>Tooth Decay in Children<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2><p>Cavities in children are often related to dietary and oral hygiene habits. Therefore, excessive consumption of sweets and processed foods and neglecting tooth brushing are the most important causes triggering this condition. Furthermore, during children&#8217;s development, tooth enamel is more sensitive and prone to decay. This situation can be controlled with regular dental check-ups and <b>fluoride applications<\/b>.<\/p><h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_Is_Tooth_Decay_Detected\"><\/span>How Is Tooth Decay Detected?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2><p>Cavities usually manifest themselves with sensitivity, pain, or discoloration. Symptoms may not be very noticeable at the beginning, but as the decay progresses, it can cause severe pain.<\/p><p>The most common symptoms are:<\/p><ul><li><p>Tooth sensitivity<\/p><\/li><li><p>Sudden sharp pain when consuming cold or hot foods\/drinks<\/p><\/li><li><p>Pain in the tooth when chewing<\/p><\/li><li><p>Brown-black spots on the tooth surface<\/p><\/li><li><p>Bad breath<\/p><\/li><li><p>Food getting stuck between teeth<\/p><\/li><\/ul><p>If any of these symptoms are noticed, consulting a dentist without delay will prevent a bigger dental problem from occurring in the future.<\/p><h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_Stop_Tooth_Decay\"><\/span>How to Stop Tooth Decay?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2><p>In the early stage, cavity formation can be stopped with professional fluoride applications and regular oral hygiene. If necessary, a minor filling procedure can be performed. However, for deep cavities, root canal treatment may sometimes be required. Early interventions before decay progresses are important to avoid more extensive treatments.<\/p><p>To stop the progression of cavities and treat existing ones:<\/p><ul><li><p><b>Filling:<\/b> In the initial stage of decay or moderately advanced cases, the decayed tissue is cleaned and the tooth is filled with a dental filling material.<\/p><\/li><li><p><b>Root Canal Treatment:<\/b> When decay reaches the tooth&#8217;s nerves (pulp), it can cause severe pain and infection. In this case, root canal treatment is necessary.<\/p><\/li><li><p><b>Crown:<\/b> Crowns are used when a large part of the tooth is damaged due to decay or to increase the tooth&#8217;s durability after root canal treatment.<\/p><\/li><li><p><b>Tooth Extraction:<\/b> In cases where decay is very advanced, the tooth is too damaged to be saved, and other treatment methods are ineffective, tooth extraction is applied as a last resort.<\/p><\/li><\/ul><p>It should be noted that the most accurate method for stopping and treating tooth decay is determined after a detailed examination and diagnosis by a dentist.<\/p><h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Frequently_Asked_Questions_About_Tooth_Decay\"><\/span>Frequently Asked Questions About Tooth Decay<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-8b3f6b1 elementor-widget elementor-widget-n-accordion\" data-id=\"8b3f6b1\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-settings=\"{&quot;default_state&quot;:&quot;expanded&quot;,&quot;max_items_expended&quot;:&quot;one&quot;,&quot;n_accordion_animation_duration&quot;:{&quot;unit&quot;:&quot;ms&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:400,&quot;sizes&quot;:[]}}\" data-widget_type=\"nested-accordion.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-n-accordion\" aria-label=\"Accordion. Open links with Enter or Space, close with Escape, and navigate with Arrow Keys\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<details id=\"e-n-accordion-item-1460\" class=\"e-n-accordion-item\" open>\n\t\t\t\t<summary class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title\" data-accordion-index=\"1\" tabindex=\"0\" aria-expanded=\"true\" aria-controls=\"e-n-accordion-item-1460\" >\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-header'><div class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title-text\"> Can tooth decay be stopped? <\/div><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-icon'>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-opened' ><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-minus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h384c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-closed'><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-plus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H272V64c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32h-32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v144H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h144v144c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h32c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32V304h144c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t<\/span>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/summary>\n\t\t\t\t<div role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"e-n-accordion-item-1460\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-a55017d e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"a55017d\" data-element_type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-82a4bac elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"82a4bac\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>Yes, early-stage cavities can be reversed with professional fluoride applications and dental hygiene. However, if the decay has progressed, a filling or root canal treatment may be necessary.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/details>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<details id=\"e-n-accordion-item-1461\" class=\"e-n-accordion-item\" >\n\t\t\t\t<summary class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title\" data-accordion-index=\"2\" tabindex=\"-1\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"e-n-accordion-item-1461\" >\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-header'><div class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title-text\"> How to prevent tooth decay? <\/div><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-icon'>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-opened' ><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-minus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h384c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-closed'><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-plus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H272V64c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32h-32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v144H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h144v144c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h32c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32V304h144c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t<\/span>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/summary>\n\t\t\t\t<div role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"e-n-accordion-item-1461\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-12fccc7 e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"12fccc7\" data-element_type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-8885a45 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"8885a45\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>Regular tooth brushing, flossing, and limiting sugary products largely prevent cavities. Additionally, 6-month dental check-ups and fluoride-enhanced toothpastes are effective methods.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/details>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<details id=\"e-n-accordion-item-1462\" class=\"e-n-accordion-item\" >\n\t\t\t\t<summary class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title\" data-accordion-index=\"3\" tabindex=\"-1\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"e-n-accordion-item-1462\" >\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-header'><div class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title-text\"> Is tooth decay genetic? <\/div><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-icon'>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-opened' ><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-minus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h384c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-closed'><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-plus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H272V64c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32h-32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v144H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h144v144c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h32c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32V304h144c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t<\/span>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/summary>\n\t\t\t\t<div role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"e-n-accordion-item-1462\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-7a8a9f9 e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"7a8a9f9\" data-element_type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-f87232f elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"f87232f\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>Genetic factors may play a role in tooth decay formation, but this does not directly mean that cavities are inherited. The main determining factors are oral hygiene habits and diet. With good oral care, even with a genetic predisposition, the risk of decay can be minimized.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/details>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<details id=\"e-n-accordion-item-1463\" class=\"e-n-accordion-item\" >\n\t\t\t\t<summary class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title\" data-accordion-index=\"4\" tabindex=\"-1\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"e-n-accordion-item-1463\" >\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-header'><div class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title-text\"> Does vitamin D deficiency cause tooth decay? <\/div><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-icon'>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-opened' ><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-minus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h384c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-closed'><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-plus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H272V64c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32h-32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v144H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h144v144c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h32c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32V304h144c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t<\/span>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/summary>\n\t\t\t\t<div role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"e-n-accordion-item-1463\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-0083339 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-child\" data-id=\"0083339\" data-element_type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-50ba851 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"50ba851\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>Yes, vitamin D deficiency can indirectly increase the risk of tooth decay. Vitamin D is vital for bone and tooth health by regulating calcium and phosphorus absorption in the body. Without sufficient vitamin D, the mineralization and thus the durability of tooth enamel can be affected.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/details>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<details id=\"e-n-accordion-item-1464\" class=\"e-n-accordion-item\" >\n\t\t\t\t<summary class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title\" data-accordion-index=\"5\" tabindex=\"-1\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"e-n-accordion-item-1464\" >\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-header'><div class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title-text\"> How does tooth decay go away? <\/div><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-icon'>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-opened' ><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-minus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h384c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-closed'><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-plus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H272V64c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32h-32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v144H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h144v144c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h32c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32V304h144c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t<\/span>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/summary>\n\t\t\t\t<div role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"e-n-accordion-item-1464\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-36ea079 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-child\" data-id=\"36ea079\" data-element_type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-c7d7bdc elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"c7d7bdc\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>Tooth decay does not go away on its own. Once a cavity has formed, the damaged part of the tooth needs to be treated by a professional dentist. 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