If I were to conduct this project again I would use cow teeth instead of teeth from humans, possibly use different stains, and conduct it for a longer period of time. In this report you will read about tooth decay, tooth development and structure, bacteria relating to dental cavities, and preventative measures to avoid tooth decay. The second most common of all health disorders is tooth decay. It is second to the common cold. Tooth decay usually occurs in young children but it can effect any person.
Tooth decay is the leading cause of tooth loss in young people.
It has been shown that eighty four percent of all cavities are located on molars which are in the back of the mouth. Molars contain many pits and grooves. It is harder to reach these areas with a toothbrush. When these grooved areas are not properly cleaned bacteria settle on the tooth surface and use the food particles left in the mouth to create acid. It is this acid that creates cavities.