Question

What is meant by tooth .name some of the food wch are major cause of tooth decay.what are the various ways of preventing tooth decay

Answer 1

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A tooth is a hard structure found in the mouth that helps in biting and chewing food. The teeth are divided into groups depending upon their structures and functions. A human has two sets of teeth, milk teeth and permanent teeth.

Some food items which causes tooth decay are chocolates, sweets, candies and foods that contain sugar. Once these food items get stuck between the teeth and are not removed, germs start growing on them. Germs mix with saliva and forms a layer of plaque on the teeth. Germs change the sugar into acids which attacks the enamel and tooth decay starts.

Various ways to prevent tooth decay are:

• Rinse the mouth after every meal.
• Brush your teeth at least twice a day. This will prevent gum disease too.
• Use a toothpaste containing fluoride.
• Avoid eating too many foods containing sugar.
• Visit the dentist every six months.
• Use a mouth cleaner and change your brush every two months.

Hope it helps u.