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Cavity Caused Cancer? Here’s What You Need To Know and How To Avoid Cavities

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Cavity Caused Cancer? Here’s What You Need To Know and How To Avoid cavities A cavity is caused by tooth damage -- or tooth decay. The outer layer of a tooth's enamel can be affected by decay, as well as the dentin. What causes Cavity? Cavities are caused by foods high in carbohydrates, such as bread, cereals, milk, soda, fruit, and cake. Your mouth bacteria converts them to acids. Plaque, which sticks to your teeth, is formed when bacteria, acid, food debris, and your saliva mix. Cavities are formed when plaque dissolves enamel. Cavity causes Cancer Cells can multiply, grow and then die. Cavity cells behave differently from normal cells and are therefore abnormal. Oral cavity cancer occurs when cells in the Cavity multiply quickly. Adults smoke cigarettes, cigars, and pipes. These causes cavities Cancer in adults. Alcoholism is another cause of Cancer. Excessive sun exposure can cause damage to your lips A weak immune system Oral cavity cancer is a form of cancer that develops on ...

Do You Get Mouth Ulcers?

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Do You Get Mouth Ulcers? Mouth ulcers are small, sores that develop on your lips, gums, and cheeks, or the inside of your palate (roof of your mouth). They can be caused due to a variety of causes such as minor trauma, hormonal changes, and emotional stress. Mouth ulcers aren't infectious -they heal completely on their own but there are ways to alleviate discomfort and pain. Symptoms of Mouth Ulcers? Mouth ulcers are very easy to detect. They are usually visible as small sores on your lips or gums, tongue, inner cheeks, or the roof of your mouth. With the edges becoming red mouth ulcers tend to be either gray, white, or yellow in the middle. Other symptoms of mouth ulcers could include: The ulcer is swelling. There is a greater chance of soreness after brushing your teeth The pain can get worse when eating salty, spicy, or sour food. What are the causes of mouth ulcers? The precise cause of mouth ulcers is not known. There is a myriad of factors that cause the formation of mouth ul...