How to Reduce Demineralization and Secondary Caries
/Gregori M. Kurtzman, DDS, MAGD, FPFA, FACD, DICOI, DADIA, DIDIA, Yuval Wind, DMD
Dental Products Report, Dental Products Report September 2022, Volume 56, Issue 9
Oral biofilm is found in the periodontal sulcus, which is a difficult area for patients to maintain with home care. Even for patients without visible oral biofilm, the bacteria within the sulcus and interproximally between the papilla and tooth produce acids as they break down the carbohydrates in the food. Recurrent caries and demineralization around teeth that have had a direct restoration relate to the abundant, intraoral bacteria. Read more…
