Tooth decay

Tooth decay, also known as caries, is the breakdown of teeth due to acids produced by bacteria. The resulting dental cavities may be many different colors, from yellow to black. Symptoms may include pain and difficulty eating.

Complications may include periodontal disease, tooth loss, infection, or dental abscess formation.
Tooth regeneration is a field of ongoing stem cell-based study that aims to find methods to reverse the effects of decay; current treatments are limited to symptom management.

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