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Tooth decay in children is very common because of the high consumption of sugar, which could be in the form of chocolates, soda etc. Apart from this, there are few other causes of tooth decay as well.
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You can consider tooth as a three layered structure. Inner most portion, which is the center of the tooth is the presence of nerves. The surface of a tooth is made of enamel and dentin. The bulk of a tooth, both its root and inner aspects, is composed of a calcified tissue called dentin. Dentin is comparatively softer and the hard surface of the tooth is due to presence of enamel. Most of the visible surface portion of a tooth that is visible is covered by enamel. Tooth enamel is the hardest tissue found in the human body and is more than 95% in mineral composition. Calcium is the most abundant mineral in the tooth.
Tooth decay is an active process of tooth destruction resulting from interactions between teeth, food, and bacteria. Due to the interaction of food and bacteria, the mineral content of the tooth gets dissolved, resulting in formation of a hole or a cavity. This decay process can be prevented by working closely with your dentist and following the recommended plan of action. Maintaining a proper diet,limiting food consumption in between meals and brushing you teeth with a fluoride toothpaste can also help reduce your risk.
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