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Article: Cavities
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- Complete Human Diseases and Conditions
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Cavities
Grin, Don
’
t Bear It
What are Cavities?
What Causes Cavities?
Who Gets Cavities?
How are Cavities Treated?
How Can Cavities Be Prevented?
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Cavities are areas of tooth decay caused by bacteria.
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Caries
Fluoridation
Plaque
Sealants
Toothache
Grin, Don
’
t Bear It
Michael
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s friend Ashley always said that she loved his smile, and Michael wanted to keep it that way. However, Michael was unaware that he had a small cavity starting in one of his front teeth. Even though Michael had felt a little twinge now and then when he ate ice cream and candy, his favorite foods, he ...