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cariogenic (kerēōjen´ik), adj contributing to the advancement of caries. Often used in the context of describing sugary foods. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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Caries risk factors include poor oral hygiene, a cariogenic diet, family history, low fluoride intake, pit and fissure anatomy, and any history of caries. Formation of dental caries requires three elements: a susceptible tooth surface; a mouth colonised by cariogenic bacteria; and the presence of sucrose. Although Mutans streptococci are the critical cariogenic bacteria in the oral cavity, and fermentable carbohydrates (e. |
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