Tooth Decay and Cavity Formation
5 Questions
0 Views

Choose a study mode

Play Quiz
Study Flashcards
Spaced Repetition
Chat to lesson

Podcast

Play an AI-generated podcast conversation about this lesson

Questions and Answers

What is the primary cause of tooth decay?

  • 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

    • What is the first stage of cavities according to the text?

  • 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

    • Why does the layer called dentin become more sensitive to acid?

  • 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

    • What creates a shield for bacteria on the teeth?

    <p>Hardening of plaque into tartar</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What causes pain in the tooth due to tooth decay?

    <p>Swelling and irritation of the pulp from bacteria</p> Signup and view all the answers

    More Like This

    Use Quizgecko on...
    Browser
    Open
    Browser
    Browser