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Everything You Should Know About Tooth Decay<\/span><\/h1>\n

We all know cavities are bad. After all, we\u2019ve been told that since we were young, and we\u2019re likely telling our kids now. But telling kids that cavities are bad for them isn\u2019t enough. Today\u2019s youngsters want to know the why behind everything. Gone are the days where children just accept what is. It\u2019s often best to take the extra time to explain, and at We Make Kids Smile, we think that\u2019s a good thing. After all, a well-informed child will make better oral health<\/a> decisions later. So we\u2019ve taken the time in this article to break down what you need to know about tooth decay and its causes so you can easily explain it to your child and set them up for a lifetime of excellent oral health. Read on to learn more.<\/span><\/p>\n

What is tooth decay?<\/span><\/h2>\n

Let\u2019s start by understanding what tooth decay is. Tooth decay is damage that occurs on the tooth\u2019s surface or enamel. It happens when bacteria in your child\u2019s mouth create acids that attack that enamel. When left untreated, tooth decay leads to cavities, which cause pain, infection, and even tooth loss.<\/span><\/p>\n

Despite what you may think, anyone, including children and those with good brushing habits, is at risk for developing tooth decay. Though the contributing risk factors for tooth decay increase if your child does not take proper care of their teeth or consumes sugary or starchy foods and drinks in excess, some people are more at risk than others. Those at greater risk for tooth decay include:<\/span><\/p>\n