Cavities are caused when bacteria metabolize sugar and other fermentable carbohydrates in oral environments. Acid, a by-product, attacks the dental enamel, causing it to break down. Cavities are more than just a nuisance. According to the World Health Organization, dental cavities affect nearly every age group and they are accompanied by serious health concerns. Additionally, direct and indirect costs of treating dental cavities and related diseases have been a huge economic burden for individuals and healthcare systems.
Although tooth decay is relatively harmless in its earliest stages, once the cavity progresses through the tooth’s enamel, serious health concerns arise. If left untreated, tooth decay can lead to tooth loss and infections that can cause adverse consequences on the remaining teeth, on supporting tissues and on the patient’s general health, including life-threatening conditions.
Good oral hygiene is the best prevention, and over the past half-century, brushing and flossing have reduced significantly the impact of cavities for many Americans. Still, some socio-economic groups suffer disproportionately from this disease, the researchers said. And, according to recent reports from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the prevalence of dental cavities in Americans is again on the rise, suggesting a regression in the progress of combating this disease.
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and clogging of the arteries with fatty substances called lipids. Immune cells stick to the walls of blood vessels, scavenge lipids, and multiply. The blood vessel walls inflame and thicken as the smooth muscle cells lining them change, swelling and dividing to create plaques, clogs, and warty growths called atheromas.
brushing techniques, the importance of limiting sugary drinks, and the need to avoid putting children to bed with a bottle.
perform the activities of daily living. Frailty is a major healthcare challenge for older adults and caregivers. Someone who is frail can be weak, have less endurance, and be less able to function well. Frailty increases the risk for falls, disability, and even death.
reaction to an infection. A toothache certainly is one of life’s more unpleasant experiences. It can start as a dull throb and escalate to the point of excruciating pain. A couple of things are certain: a toothache is a sign of a problem and that problem should get prompt professional attention.