If you have a fairly poor record in central Leeds when it comes to oral health, it won’t be long before your teeth will start to succumb to the evil of caries. These appear as a direct result of acids being allowed to eat away at the hard surfaces of your teeth, like the enamel and they can attack anywhere on the surfaces. You are also prone if your diet is poor, as a good diet helps to promote saliva levels in your mouth- a natural defender against bacteria. Sometimes the problem is quite visible; chalky dots on the enamel or actual holes appearing in your teeth, all means that caries are at work. However it is not often easy to spot if the caries are lurking in a place not visible to you, and only by having an x-ray can your dentist identify if you have problems. Caught early, a filling will suffice and repair the damage done, but further deterioration will mean more intense treatment such as a root canal. You are also running the risk of gum disease if the caries are allowed to infect the tissue around your teeth.
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