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24 lip 2019 · Though often referred to as “a multifactorial condition,” the other factors—the bacteria, the plaque, the saliva, the brushing, the flossing—appear to just have mitigating influences. “ [A]ll the other factors simply modify the speed” by which sugar causes cavities.
9 lis 2017 · Dental caries develops when bacteria in the mouth metabolize sugars to produce acid that demineralizes the hard tissues of the teeth (enamel and dentine). It affects general health and often causes pain and infection, which may result in tooth extraction.
10 lip 2023 · Explain how sugars are classified and summarize the types of sweeteners available. Review the role of sugar in developing dental caries, including the impact of the amount and frequency of intake. Describe the dietary recommendations to prevent dental caries according to age.
25 maj 2017 · Dental caries is a biofilm-mediated, sugar-driven, multifactorial, dynamic disease that results in the phasic demineralization and remineralization of dental hard tissues.
Studies have confirmed the direct relation between intake of dietary sugars and dental caries across the life span. Since the introduction of fluoride, the incidence of caries worldwide has decreased, despite increases in sugars consumption.
This practical guide provides useful information on sugars and its effects on oral health. It aims to reduce sugars consumption and curb the epidemic of dental caries.
Studies have confirmed the direct relation between intake of dietary sugars and dental caries across the life span. Since the introduction of fluoride, the incidence of caries worldwide has decreased, despite increases in sugars consumption.
