What are the types of dental diseases (illustrated)?

When there are too many bacteria and microorganisms in the mouth, dental plaque will form. After dental plaque is formed, a gel-like substance will protect bacteria in the mouth, make them multiply and produce acidic substances that corrode teeth. After a long time, dental plaque will turn into tartar, which is more harmful to teeth. The best weapon against dental plaque and tartar is to maintain good oral hygiene habits.

decayed tooth

After bacteria penetrate enamel, tooth decay is formed. In order to treat tooth decay, it is necessary to drill holes and fill the broken holes to prevent further damage. Tooth decay, also known as dental caries, is mainly divided into three categories: pit and fissure caries, smooth caries and root caries. No matter what type, you need a professional doctor to treat tooth decay.

periodontal disease

Periodontal disease, as its name implies, is a disease around the teeth-a disease on the gums. Gingivitis is inflammation of gingival tissue caused by dental plaque and tartar. If left untreated, gingivitis will develop into periodontal disease, which will lead to gingival recession, destroy soft and hard tissues and eventually lead to tooth loss.

bacterial plaque

The culprit of tooth damage is a sticky film called dental plaque. Plaque is a colloidal substance that can protect bacteria in the mouth from air (air can kill bacteria). In addition, dental plaque can firmly stick bacteria to your teeth and let them enjoy the food residue in your mouth. Bacteria especially like to eat carbohydrates, such as refined sugar. Within a few hours, bacteria in dental plaque can convert carbohydrates into acids that can corrode enamel.

Pit and fissure caries are formed on the chewing surfaces of bicuspids and molars. Because these surfaces are uneven, they are the most difficult to clean. Most people have some dents or notches on the surface of molars, which makes them the target of bacterial corrosion.