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Week 2 Topic 2 DQ1
Q Tooth decay is caused by bacteria, such as S. mutans, that can attach to the surface of a tooth. How are these bacteria able to attach to the surface and cause infection? What is the role of sugar in this process?
Tooth decay is very common and it is damage to the tooth surface or enamel . It is caused when the bacteria in the mouth make acids that attacks the enamel . Tooth decay can cause dental cavities or holes in the tooth and this can cause excessive pains , infection and even tooth loss. Tooth or dental decay can leads to irreversible solubilisation of tooth mineral
