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If you thought cavities were
just for kids, think again. Adulthood
provides little protection from the
scourge of these childhood menaces.
In fact, as adults, the older we get
the more likely we are to develop
cavities
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Dentists claim that the incidence
of cavities in older adult
populations has reached epidemic
proportions. Now you can protect
yourself and decrease your risk of
suffering from
cavities.
How Cavities
Form
 Bacteria live, work and
play in our mouths. Millions of these
unwelcomed guests cover our teeth and
gums where they feast on left over
food particles. Unappreciative for
their free meal, these bacteria create
acid as a by product of their
feasting. It is this acid which
creates cavities by eating into tooth
enamel.
During childhood, fluoride and proper
dental care help reduce cavities. The use
of fluoride in toothpaste and in drinking
water strengthen tooth enamel making it
more resistant to acid breakdown. Proper
brushing and flossing cleanse the mouth of
offending bacteria and the small food
particles they feed on.
Why We Get Cavities
As Adults
Unlike childhood cavities, adult
cavities tend to occur in the root of the
tooth. The root of the tooth is the portion
of the tooth that is usually covered by gum
tissue. As gums recede the tooth root is
exposed. The surface of the root is
composed of a sensitive layer of tooth
known as the cementum.
Unlike the hardened enamel found
elsewhere on the tooth, the root is
sensitive to attack by cavity causing acid.
As the population becomes older, gums
recede further, revealing more root and
dramatically increasing chances of
developing cavities. 
Learn How To
Protect Yourself Against
Adulthood Cavities
How can we prevent the rise in adulthood
cavities? The answer can be found in
preventing gum line recession. The gums act
as a natural protectant for the underlying
tooth root. Unfortunately, most people
destroy gum tissue by brushing too hard
often applying two to three times the
necessary pressure needed for good oral
health.
Designed to prevent receding gums, the
Alert toothbrush allows the user to apply
the appropriate brushing pressure. Simple
and easy to use, the Alert helps you
prevent gum recession and the cavities that
follow. Protect your smile with the Alert
toothbrush.
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