Dental Caries
- Dental caries (caries dentis) is a pathological process in which there is a loss of mineralized hard tissues of the tooth, leading to the destruction of the tooth in the oral cavity. According to statistics, 85% to 98% of adults and children in various countries suffer from caries. In Azerbaijan, approximately 80% of the population experiences problems with caries.
- Causes of caries:
- • Regular consumption of carbohydrates (glucose, sugar, fructose) between meals. The frequency of consumption and the time sugar remains in the mouth are more important than the amount.
- • Deficiency of proteins and vitamins D, A, and C does not significantly affect caries, although prolonged starvation can worsen the situation.
- • Previously, food was harder and contributed to the natural cleaning of teeth. Modern soft food does not require active chewing, so teeth are less cleaned, and dental plaque forms.
- • The oral cavity contains many microorganisms that, in the presence of carbohydrates, secrete sticky substances to adhere to teeth, forming plaque. Bacteria multiply, the plaque becomes denser, and tooth tissue destruction begins. This process takes 18–28 hours.
- • Regular brushing twice a day significantly reduces the risk of developing caries.
- External factors contributing to caries:
- • Ionizing radiation,
- • Prolonged intensive X-ray exposure.
- Which teeth are most often affected by caries?
- • Caries more often affects upper teeth than lower ones, possibly due to greater mobility of the lower jaw, which better cleans the teeth.
- • Back (molar) teeth suffer more often, as they erupt first and are harder to maintain hygiene for.
- Prevention of caries:
- • Regular oral hygiene,
- • Minimizing sugar consumption,
- • Using fluoride toothpaste,
- • Following proper tooth brushing techniques,
- • Visiting the dentist at least once every six months.
- Interesting fact: Only humans consciously clean their teeth and suffer from caries in nature. Following hygiene rules and maintaining overall health can prevent this disease.
- Stay healthy!
8 August 2020
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