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But while a diet high in sugar certainly promotes the formation of cavities (as well as other medical problems, such as obesity), sugar itself isn't the real culprit behind tooth decay. read more

Cavities affecting the pulp of a tooth, as well as the bone supporting the tooth, can cause severe toothaches, sensitivity, pain when eating and abscesses in the mouth. Ultimately, sugar is just one of many carbs that can land you in the dentist's chair, but that doesn't mean you should trade in your apples for candy corn just yet. read more

Continued Myth: Sugar-Free Soda Can’t Cause Cavities. It’s not just sugar that can get at your teeth. Anything that makes your mouth more acidic can cause havoc. read more

Even processed, starchy foods such as potato chips, tortilla chips and flavored crackers may linger in your mouth and cause cavities (12, 13). Summary: Certain habits are linked to tooth decay, including snacking on high-sugar foods, drinking sugary or acidic beverages, sipping on sweet drinks and eating sticky foods. read more

Myth: Sugar-Free Soda Can’t Cause Cavities. It’s not just sugar that can get at your teeth. Anything that makes your mouth more acidic can cause havoc. That includes sodas, even diet ones. “It’s better than having a sugary soda,” Hans Malmstrom, DDS, of the Eastman Institute for Oral Health in Rochester, NY, says of diet soft drinks. read more

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