Frequently Asked Questions

How do I get a cavity?

Sugar, when combined with bacterial plaque, forms acids which weaken the enamel (the hard outside covering) of your teeth. The acids dissolve the minerals that make your tooth enamel hard. When the surface of the enamel becomes porous, tiny holes appear. After a while, repeated acid attacks cause the tiny holes in the enamel to get bigger until one large hole appears. This is a cavity.

So you can see why it is so important to visit your dentist for regular checkups so that the plaque you can't get with your toothbrush can be removed.

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