{"id":67,"date":"2020-01-06T21:03:25","date_gmt":"2020-01-06T21:03:25","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.littletondentalstudio.com\/blog\/?p=67"},"modified":"2020-02-06T21:03:34","modified_gmt":"2020-02-06T21:03:34","slug":"tooth-decay-cured-dentist","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.littletondentalstudio.com\/blog\/2020\/01\/06\/tooth-decay-cured-dentist\/","title":{"rendered":"Can Tooth Decay Be Cured?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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Right behind the common cold, tooth decay (also known as\ncavities) is the most common disease in the whole world. In fact, it\u2019s estimated\nthat upwards of 90% of the population will develop at least one cavity at some\npoint in their lives. If you\u2019ve ever had a cavity, you know how annoying they\ncan be. They might be painful, and you have to take time out of your busy\nschedule to see your dentist for a filling. Once you have tooth decay, is there\na way to cure it? How can you prevent\ndecay<\/a> in the first place? Keep reading to learn the answers. <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

The Causes of Cavities <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The main cause of tooth decay is bacteria in plaque, a sticky\nbiofilm that constantly forms on your teeth. When you consume sugary foods and\ndrinks, these bacteria eat these sugars and leave behind an acidic waste\nproduct that creates holes in your tooth enamel. This is what forms cavities. When\ncavities are left untreated, the decay could spread to the delicate center of\nthe tooth, called the pulp, where the nerves and blood vessels lie. At this point,\nthe cavity causes extreme pain and can\u2019t be treated with just a filling. It\nrequires a more extensive treatment, like a crown or root canal. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Is There a Cure for Tooth Decay? <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Unfortunately, there is no such thing as a cure for cavities.\nOnce the process has begun, there is nothing you can do to reverse the decay.\nYou can, however, prevent further damage by implementing some of the following tips:<\/p>\n\n\n\n