Tooth Demineralization
Posted by Rara | June 17th, 2010 in Dental Tips & Info | 1 Comment »
We now know that in a mouth there is an ongoing cycle of
demineralization and remineralization in the tooth surface, for what we consider to
caries as a dynamic process.
If the acidity on the surface of a tooth is below pH 5.5, there will be a release of calcium and phosphate ions, which are enshrined in the saliva.
But since saliva is a saturated solution of these ions, the possibility exists that these superfiie return to the tooth. If the saliva pH rises above 5.5, any injury that may affect only enamel remineralisation and “heal.”
If this balance is upset in favor of bone (due to prolonged periods of acidity) will end up producing a cavity in the tooth, requiring restorative treatment (removal of caries and recovery of lost tissue through a restorative material).
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Thanks for the information. This will help people understand how dental caries form, and how their habits (oral hygiene, diet…) influence caries.