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ue Continued…. ?Sugary foods are not only to blame. ?Starches, such as bread amp。 cereal, also cause acids to form. ?If you snack often, your teeth may be prone to decay. ? Plaque also produces substances that irritate the gums, making them red, tender or bleed easily. ? In fact, periodontal (gum) disease is a main cause of tooth loss in adults. Plaque Cont. Dental Disease Facts ? Although dental caries is largely preventable, it remains the most mon chronic disease of children aged 5 to 17 years – five times more mon than asthma. ? 6 out of 10 children in the US have one or more decayed or filled primary teeth by age five. What is a Cavity? ?A cavity develops when a tooth decays or breaks down. ?A cavity is a hole that can grow bigger and deeper over time. ?Cavities are also called dental caries, and if you have a cavity, it39。s important to get it repaired. Cavities Continued…. ? Left untreated, the plaque produces acids that eat holes through the enamel into the underlying dentin and pulp layers of the tooth. ? This does cause pain and left untreated the cavity will eventually destroy dentin, pulp and tooth nerve. Gum Disease ?Is also known as Periodontal Disease. ?It includes gingivitis amp。 periodontitis. ? Periodontal disease is a chronic bacterial infection that affects the gums and bone supporting the teeth. ?It begins w