Tooth Decay Develops When Human Saliva and Proteins Aggregate on the Tooth

question 81

Multiple Choice

Tooth decay develops when human saliva and proteins aggregate on the tooth and provide a hospitable surface for a range of microbial species to develop into a biofilm.  These organisms ferment carbohydrates and the acid byproducts erode the enamel,forming caries.  Tooth decay is therefore considered to be  ________.

• A)a polymicrobial infection
• B)a state of well-being
• C)nonharmful
• D)noninfectious

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