Dental Caries and Prevention Methods

Dental caries develops in case of excessive preference of acidic foods and beverages in daily life, consumption of water lacking fluoride and use of toothpaste, lack of vitamins and minerals, as well as inadequate attention to oral and dental health. Bacteria living in the mouth feed on the residues of carbohydrates in processed sugar, which is consumed excessively with modern foods, adhering to the teeth and produce acid. The acids produced over time cause tooth decay by melting and damaging the tooth enamel.

• Reducing sugar, which is harmful to the body, helps protect your oral and dental health.
• Consuming foods with high nutritional value provides a diet rich in vitamins and minerals. 
• The use of toothpaste preference in favour of fluoride-containing brands plays a small role in eliminating the lack of fluoride that we cannot get with water.
• Brushing the teeth twice a day and cleaning between the gums and teeth using dental floss prevents acid formation and the development of caries.
• Preferring fresh fruits containing natural sugars instead of foods and beverages containing processed sugars in snacks and snacks reduces the frequency of exposure of teeth to extra carbohydrates and acid.
• Even if there is no complaint, being examined by a dentist at 6-month intervals prevents diseases that may develop and prevents the progression of diseases that are not yet symptomatic with pain and pain, but have already started. It should not be forgotten that even a single caries can cause serious diseases!