Draw and explain the various stages of teeth decay.
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What are the steps of tooth decay?
The 5 Stages of Tooth Decay
Demineralization During the first stage of tooth decay, the outer layer of your teeth — the enamel — starts to weaken due to the presence of plaque. ...
Enamel Decay ...
Dentin Decay. ...
Damaged Pulp. ...
Abscess Formation
Answer:
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Explanation:
The bacteria form a sticky film known as plaque. The acids in plaque remove minerals from (demineralize) your enamel — a coating of the teeth made mostly of calcium and phosphate. This erosion causes tiny holes in the enamel. Once the acid damage spreads into the dentin layer underneath the enamel, a cavity forms
Demineralization During the first stage of tooth decay, the outer layer of your teeth — the enamel — starts to weaken due to the presence of plaque. ...
Enamel Decay ...
Dentin Decay. ...
Damaged Pulp. ...
Abscess Formation