Tooth Decay and Cavity Formation

Acids from bacteria removing minerals in the tooth's enamel

Hardening of plaque into tartar

Formation of plaque due to eating sugars and not cleaning teeth well (correct)

Swelling and irritation of the pulp from bacteria

Formation of dental plaque

Bacteria and acid reaching the layer called dentin

Erosion causing tiny openings in the enamel (correct)

Hardening of plaque into tartar

Acids from bacteria removing minerals in the tooth's enamel

Formation of plaque due to eating sugars and not cleaning teeth well

Wearing away of the enamel allowing bacteria and acid to reach dentin (correct)

Hardening of plaque into tartar

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