{"id":77,"date":"2020-03-19T01:55:36","date_gmt":"2020-03-19T01:55:36","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.willowgrovedentist.com\/blog\/?p=77"},"modified":"2020-04-19T01:56:39","modified_gmt":"2020-04-19T01:56:39","slug":"4-reasons-cavities-dentist","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.willowgrovedentist.com\/blog\/2020\/03\/19\/4-reasons-cavities-dentist\/","title":{"rendered":"4 Reasons You Might Be Prone to Cavities"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-78 alignleft\" src=\"https:\/\/www.willowgrovedentist.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/cavity-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"Dentist representing a cavity with a using a digital image.\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.willowgrovedentist.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/cavity-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.willowgrovedentist.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/cavity-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.willowgrovedentist.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/cavity-1024x683.jpg 1024w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/>Your teeth are important for more than just a beautiful smile. They are also essential for your oral and general health, which is why they are designed to last for a lifetime. Unfortunately, the biggest threat to your teeth is tooth decay. Although it\u2019s preventable, 92% of adults in the U.S. have had at least one cavity in a permanent tooth. With the right oral hygiene habits and routine care from your dentist, you can prevent them; however, some people tend to experience decay more often than others. If this sounds familiar, you might be prone to cavities. Here are 4 reasons you might be more susceptible to tooth decay.<\/p>\n<p><!--more--><\/p>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1. Diet<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>One of the main culprits of tooth decay are the foods and\ndrinks you consume. Sugary snacks and drinks combine with your saliva to create\nan acidic plaque that will slowly erode your enamel. Over time, a small hole\nwill form, called a cavity. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You can preserve your enamel and lessen the risk of tooth\ndecay by limiting your sugar and starch consumption. You can give in to your\nsweet tooth occasionally; however, brush your teeth well afterward. If you can\u2019t\nget to your toothbrush, rinse your mouth with water. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2. Oral Bacteria<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The average person has 100 \u2013 200 species of oral bacteria in\ntheir mouth. While your dental health relies on some bacteria, there are other\nspecies that can harm your smile. Accumulations of bad bacteria can infect your\ngum tissue and erode your enamel. You can keep bad bacteria in check by brushing\nyour teeth twice a day and flossing every night before going to bed. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3. Dry Mouth<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Believe it or not, saliva is essential to a healthy smile. It\nkeeps your mouth moist to cleanse your teeth and gums in between brushing and\nflossing. If your mouth is too dry, it causes bacteria to thrive, increasing\nyour risk of decay. This is a common problem as you age, especially if you need\nto take certain medications. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You can help keep your mouth moist by drinking plenty of\nwater. You can also chew sugarless gum to encourage saliva production. It\u2019s\nalso best to speak with your dentist about the issue to create a personalized\ntreatment plan to protect your smile. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">4. Tooth Shape<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The shape of your tooth can make you more susceptible to\ndecay. Teeth that have deep grooves tend to catch food particles and plaque\nthat can erode your enamel. If your teeth naturally have grooves or pits, take\nthe time to carefully clean them twice a day. In some cases, your dentist may\nbe able to resolve the issue using a simple procedure. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Enjoy a Cavity-Free Smile<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019re prone to cavities, you can help ward off tooth\ndecay by maintaining your oral hygiene at home and visiting your dentist twice\na year for a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.willowgrovedentist.com\/preventive-dentistry.html\">cleaning\nand checkup<\/a>. Ask your dentist about dental sealants and fluoride treatments\nto further combat decay.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>About Dr. Krunal Patel<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.willowgrovedentist.com\/meet-dr-patel.html\">Dr. Krunal Patel<\/a>\nstrives to provide high-quality dental care to ensure his patients\u2019 smiles last\nfor a lifetime. He not only earned his dental degree, but he\u2019s also a Certified\nInvisalign Provider and a member of various dental organizations, including the\nAcademy of General Dentistry. If you have concerns about cavities, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.willowgrovedentist.com\/contact.html\">contact our office today<\/a>\nto schedule an appointment. <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Your teeth are important for more than just a beautiful smile. They are also essential for your oral and general health, which is why they are designed to last for a lifetime. Unfortunately, the biggest threat to your teeth is tooth decay. 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