ARCO FNSV Health Blog

Tooth decay is a very real threat to every person, and in fact every single person will experience some form of tooth decay sometime in their life, even if it is just a hole in one tooth.

You must be able to read the symptoms, recognize the signs and take action accordingly. Prevention is always better than cure when it comes to this, so we’ll also take a look at how you can prevent this from happening in the first place.

The symptoms of tooth decay are pretty clear in some cases, and less so in others.

Consistent bad breath is the first sign you should be aware of. Bad breath is usually the result of poor dental hygiene, which in turn will eventually lead to severe tooth decay.

A toothache is another tell tale sign. Once any of your teeth start aching, you have to realize that there is a problem somewhere and get yourself to a dentist.

Now, let’s take a look at some of the causes of tooth decay. First, food containing sugars or starch is a major problem. Bacteria loves sugar as much as you do, and having sugar stuck in your teeth will help them to grow.

Plaque is a bacterial buildup that is a major cause of tooth decay. It grows from the leftover pieces of food and other residue stuck around and in between your teeth.

The danger of plaque is that it actually destroys the enamel of the tooth, leaving it wide open to further infections.

Always practice dental hygiene, and teach your children to do so as well by getting them a kids electric toothbrush. For yourself, if you don’t like brushing with the manual models, try any of a range of the best electric toothbrushes.

Remember, proper dental hygiene, regular visits to the dentist and a responsible diet can help prevent tooth decay to a large extent.