{"id":79095,"date":"2025-08-29T12:16:36","date_gmt":"2025-08-29T12:16:36","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/dentakademiglobal.com\/?p=79095"},"modified":"2026-07-06T12:01:48","modified_gmt":"2026-07-06T12:01:48","slug":"which-habits-and-foods-lead-to-tooth-decay","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/dentakademiglobal.com\/zh\/shen-me-xi-guan-he-shi-wu-hui-dao-zhi-qu-chi\/","title":{"rendered":"\u54ea\u4e9b\u4e60\u60ef\u548c\u98df\u7269\u4f1a\u5bfc\u81f4\u86c0\u7259\uff1f"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"wp-post\" data-elementor-id=\"79095\" class=\"elementor elementor-79095\" data-elementor-post-type=\"post\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-26393d17 e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"26393d17\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-settings=\"{&quot;background_background&quot;:&quot;classic&quot;}\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-1636a400 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" 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111.033 248 248zM227.314 387.314l184-184c6.248-6.248 6.248-16.379 0-22.627l-22.627-22.627c-6.248-6.249-16.379-6.249-22.628 0L216 308.118l-70.059-70.059c-6.248-6.248-16.379-6.248-22.628 0l-22.627 22.627c-6.248 6.248-6.248 16.379 0 22.627l104 104c6.249 6.249 16.379 6.249 22.628.001z\"><\/path><\/svg>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-icon-list-text\">Tooth decay occurs when bacteria feed on sugar and produce acids that erode enamel.<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li class=\"elementor-icon-list-item\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-icon-list-icon\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-check-circle\" viewBox=\"0 0 512 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M504 256c0 136.967-111.033 248-248 248S8 392.967 8 256 119.033 8 256 8s248 111.033 248 248zM227.314 387.314l184-184c6.248-6.248 6.248-16.379 0-22.627l-22.627-22.627c-6.248-6.249-16.379-6.249-22.628 0L216 308.118l-70.059-70.059c-6.248-6.248-16.379-6.248-22.628 0l-22.627 22.627c-6.248 6.248-6.248 16.379 0 22.627l104 104c6.249 6.249 16.379 6.249 22.628.001z\"><\/path><\/svg>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-icon-list-text\">Main factors include tooth structure, bacteria, sugary foods, and exposure time.<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li class=\"elementor-icon-list-item\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-icon-list-icon\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-check-circle\" viewBox=\"0 0 512 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M504 256c0 136.967-111.033 248-248 248S8 392.967 8 256 119.033 8 256 8s248 111.033 248 248zM227.314 387.314l184-184c6.248-6.248 6.248-16.379 0-22.627l-22.627-22.627c-6.248-6.249-16.379-6.249-22.628 0L216 308.118l-70.059-70.059c-6.248-6.248-16.379-6.248-22.628 0l-22.627 22.627c-6.248 6.248-6.248 16.379 0 22.627l104 104c6.249 6.249 16.379 6.249 22.628.001z\"><\/path><\/svg>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-icon-list-text\">Sticky, sugary, and starchy foods accelerate enamel demineralization and decay.<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li class=\"elementor-icon-list-item\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-icon-list-icon\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-check-circle\" viewBox=\"0 0 512 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M504 256c0 136.967-111.033 248-248 248S8 392.967 8 256 119.033 8 256 8s248 111.033 248 248zM227.314 387.314l184-184c6.248-6.248 6.248-16.379 0-22.627l-22.627-22.627c-6.248-6.249-16.379-6.249-22.628 0L216 308.118l-70.059-70.059c-6.248-6.248-16.379-6.248-22.628 0l-22.627 22.627c-6.248 6.248-6.248 16.379 0 22.627l104 104c6.249 6.249 16.379 6.249 22.628.001z\"><\/path><\/svg>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-icon-list-text\">Poor hygiene, frequent snacking, and low saliva flow increase cavity risk.<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li class=\"elementor-icon-list-item\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-icon-list-icon\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-check-circle\" viewBox=\"0 0 512 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M504 256c0 136.967-111.033 248-248 248S8 392.967 8 256 119.033 8 256 8s248 111.033 248 248zM227.314 387.314l184-184c6.248-6.248 6.248-16.379 0-22.627l-22.627-22.627c-6.248-6.249-16.379-6.249-22.628 0L216 308.118l-70.059-70.059c-6.248-6.248-16.379-6.248-22.628 0l-22.627 22.627c-6.248 6.248-6.248 16.379 0 22.627l104 104c6.249 6.249 16.379 6.249 22.628.001z\"><\/path><\/svg>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-icon-list-text\">Brushing, flossing, fluoride use, and regular dental visits prevent tooth 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This leads to acid production, which erodes the enamel layer of the tooth and causes mineral loss. In its early stages, this process may go unnoticed, but as it progresses, it can reach the inner layers of the tooth, causing pain and sensitivity. If left untreated, cavities can lead to serious problems, including tooth loss.<\/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=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><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\/zh\/shen-me-xi-guan-he-shi-wu-hui-dao-zhi-qu-chi\/#How_Does_Tooth_Decay_Form\" >How Does Tooth Decay Form?<\/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\/zh\/shen-me-xi-guan-he-shi-wu-hui-dao-zhi-qu-chi\/#Foods_That_Cause_Tooth_Decay\" >Foods That Cause Tooth Decay<\/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\/zh\/shen-me-xi-guan-he-shi-wu-hui-dao-zhi-qu-chi\/#Stop_Cavities_Before_They_Start\" >Stop Cavities Before They Start<\/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\/zh\/shen-me-xi-guan-he-shi-wu-hui-dao-zhi-qu-chi\/#10_Habits_That_Cause_Tooth_Decay\" >10 Habits That Cause Tooth Decay<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/dentakademiglobal.com\/zh\/shen-me-xi-guan-he-shi-wu-hui-dao-zhi-qu-chi\/#Ways_to_Prevent_Tooth_Decay\" >Ways to Prevent Tooth Decay<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/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\/zh\/shen-me-xi-guan-he-shi-wu-hui-dao-zhi-qu-chi\/#Frequently_Asked_Questions_About_Factors_That_Cause_Tooth_Decay\" >Frequently Asked Questions About Factors That Cause Tooth Decay<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_Does_Tooth_Decay_Form\"><\/span>How Does Tooth Decay Form?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2><p>Decay forms when four main factors come together. The combination of these elements increases acid production within the bacterial plaque that accumulates on the tooth surface and damages the structure of the enamel.<\/p><ul><li><strong>Tooth:<\/strong> Each individual\u2019s tooth structure and enamel resistance are different.<\/li><li><strong>Microorganisms:<\/strong> Naturally occurring bacteria in the oral flora, especially Streptococcus mutans and Lactobacillus, play a central role in the formation of cavities.<\/li><li><strong>Sugary Foods:<\/strong> Carbohydrates and sugary foods consumed are an ideal food source for bacteria.<\/li><li><strong>Time:<\/strong> The length of time sugary foods remain in the mouth and poor oral hygiene give acids enough time to form and damage tooth tissue.<\/li><\/ul><h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Foods_That_Cause_Tooth_Decay\"><\/span>Foods That Cause Tooth Decay<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2><p>Foods that cause cavities are generally classified according to their sugar and starch content. Sticky foods that remain in the mouth for a long time after consumption significantly increase the risk of cavities.<\/p><ul><li><strong>Sugary and acidic drinks:<\/strong> Carbonated beverages, fruit juices, and energy drinks contain high amounts of sugar and acid. These acids directly erode enamel, while sugars provide an excellent food source for bacteria.<\/li><li><strong>Chewy and sticky candies:<\/strong> Caramel, Turkish delight, and chewy sweets stick to tooth surfaces and between teeth for long periods, allowing bacteria to produce acid continuously.<\/li><li><strong>Starchy foods:<\/strong> Chips, crackers, and biscuits are high in starch, which turns into sugar in the mouth. These foods can easily get stuck between teeth and may not be fully cleaned even with brushing.<\/li><li><strong>Dried fruits:<\/strong> Dried apricots, figs, or raisins are rich in natural sugars and, due to their sticky structure, easily cling to tooth surfaces.<\/li><li><strong>Hard candies and lozenges:<\/strong> Since they remain in the mouth for a long time, they cause teeth to be constantly exposed to an acidic environment.<\/li><li><strong>Crackers and bread:<\/strong> Especially white bread can break down into sugars while chewing and form a sticky texture that adheres to teeth.<\/li><\/ul><table><thead><tr><th>Food Type<\/th><th>Why It Causes Decay<\/th><th>Risk Level<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td><strong>Sugary &amp; Acidic Drinks<\/strong> (soda, juice, energy drinks)<\/td><td>Contain acids that erode enamel + high sugar fuels bacteria<\/td><td><strong>Very High<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Sticky Sweets<\/strong> (caramel, gummies, Turkish delight)<\/td><td>Stick to teeth for long periods, causing continuous acid production<\/td><td><strong>High<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Starchy Snacks<\/strong> (chips, crackers, biscuits)<\/td><td>Break down into sugar and lodge between teeth<\/td><td><strong>Moderate\u2013High<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Dried Fruits<\/strong> (figs, raisins, apricots)<\/td><td>Natural sugars + sticky texture cling to enamel<\/td><td><strong>Moderate<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-1393e7f elementor-cta--layout-image-above elementor-cta--skin-classic elementor-animated-content elementor-bg-transform elementor-bg-transform-zoom-in elementor-invisible elementor-widget elementor-widget-call-to-action\" data-id=\"1393e7f\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-settings=\"{&quot;_animation&quot;:&quot;bounceIn&quot;}\" data-widget_type=\"call-to-action.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-cta\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-cta__bg-wrapper\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-cta__bg elementor-bg\" style=\"background-image: url(https:\/\/dentakademiglobal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/unhealthy-foods1-1170x694.webp);\" role=\"img\" aria-label=\"unhealthy-foods1\"><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-cta__bg-overlay\"><\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-cta__content\">\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-cta__title elementor-cta__content-item elementor-content-item\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Stop_Cavities_Before_They_Start\"><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\tStop Cavities Before They Start\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-cta__description elementor-cta__content-item elementor-content-item\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\tGet a professional dental check to protect your enamel and prevent future tooth decay.\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-cta__button-wrapper elementor-cta__content-item elementor-content-item \">\n\t\t\t\t\t<a class=\"elementor-cta__button elementor-button elementor-size-\" href=\"https:\/\/dentakademiglobal.com\/appointment\/\" target=\"_blank\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\tTalk to a Specialist\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-b512b03 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"b512b03\" 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<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"10_Habits_That_Cause_Tooth_Decay\"><\/span>10 Habits That Cause Tooth Decay<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2><p>Poor oral hygiene is the most common cause of cavities. However, certain habits can further increase the risk:<\/p><ul><li><strong>Consumption of sugary drinks:<\/strong> Acidic and sweet drinks directly damage tooth enamel.<\/li><li><strong>Incorrect brushing technique:<\/strong> Inadequate or improper brushing prevents plaque removal.<\/li><li><strong>Not using dental floss:<\/strong> Food debris left between teeth creates an ideal environment for cavities.<\/li><li><strong>Frequent snacking:<\/strong> Constant eating keeps acid levels in the mouth high.<\/li><li><strong>Not rinsing before bed:<\/strong> Food particles left in the mouth overnight accelerate bacterial growth.<\/li><li><strong>Excessive consumption of acidic foods:<\/strong> Acidic foods such as citrus fruits weaken enamel.<\/li><li><strong>Low saliva flow:<\/strong> Saliva cleans the mouth and neutralizes acids; dry mouth reduces this protection.<\/li><li><strong>Smoking:<\/strong> Smoking reduces saliva flow and harms oral health.<\/li><li><strong>Chewing open-ended pens or similar objects:<\/strong> Can physically damage enamel.<\/li><li><strong>Brushing immediately after meals:<\/strong> Especially after acidic foods, brushing right away can harm enamel; waiting 30 minutes is better.<\/li><\/ul><h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Ways_to_Prevent_Tooth_Decay\"><\/span>Ways to Prevent Tooth Decay<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><p>Preventing cavities is possible with proper and regular oral care. With the right routine, the risk of decay can be minimized.<\/p><ul><li><strong>Brush at least twice daily:<\/strong> Use fluoride toothpaste and brush for at least two minutes each time.<\/li><li><strong>Use dental floss:<\/strong> Clean the spaces your toothbrush cannot reach daily.<\/li><li><strong>Avoid sugary foods:<\/strong> Limit the consumption of sugary and acidic foods and drinks.<\/li><li><strong>Regular dental check-ups:<\/strong> Visit your dentist at least twice a year for early diagnosis and professional cleaning.<\/li><li><strong>Use fluoride products:<\/strong> Fluoride strengthens enamel and increases resistance to decay.<\/li><\/ul><h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Frequently_Asked_Questions_About_Factors_That_Cause_Tooth_Decay\"><\/span>Frequently Asked Questions About Factors That Cause 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-106f2fe elementor-widget elementor-widget-n-accordion\" data-id=\"106f2fe\" 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-1720\" 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-1720\" >\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-header'><div class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title-text\"> Which bacteria 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-1720\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-5e28107 e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"5e28107\" data-element_type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-c0a98ef elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"c0a98ef\" 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>The bacteria most responsible for tooth decay are Streptococcus mutans and Lactobacillus. These bacteria ferment sugars in the mouth and produce acid.<\/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-1721\" 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-1721\" >\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-header'><div class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title-text\"> What causes 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-1721\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-0f7e788 e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"0f7e788\" data-element_type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-05a50e9 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"05a50e9\" 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 occurs when poor oral hygiene, frequent and uncontrolled sugar consumption, dry mouth, and genetic predisposition come together.<\/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-1722\" 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-1722\" >\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-header'><div class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title-text\"> Does excessive sugar consumption cause cavities? <\/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-1722\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-10246e8 e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"10246e8\" data-element_type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-7d1e64f elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"7d1e64f\" 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. Excess sugar is the primary food source for cavity-causing bacteria. Sugar increases acid production in the mouth, which dissolves enamel.<\/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-1723\" 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-1723\" >\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-header'><div class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title-text\"> Does fluoride cause cavities? <\/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-1723\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-7ecc94f e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-child\" data-id=\"7ecc94f\" 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-e57abe1 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"e57abe1\" 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>No. On the contrary, fluoride helps prevent cavities. Fluoride strengthens enamel and makes it more resistant to acids. 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