{"id":88,"date":"2020-02-04T17:27:15","date_gmt":"2020-02-04T17:27:15","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.kentuckysedationdentist.com\/blog\/?p=88"},"modified":"2020-03-04T17:29:54","modified_gmt":"2020-03-04T17:29:54","slug":"why-some-people-are-more-prone-to-cavities","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.kentuckysedationdentist.com\/blog\/2020\/02\/04\/why-some-people-are-more-prone-to-cavities\/","title":{"rendered":"Why Some People Are More Prone to Cavities than Others"},"content":{"rendered":"<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft size-medium wp-image-89\" src=\"https:\/\/www.kentuckysedationdentist.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/unhappy-woman-with-hand-on-mouth-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"unhappy woman with hand on mouth\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.kentuckysedationdentist.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/unhappy-woman-with-hand-on-mouth-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.kentuckysedationdentist.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/unhappy-woman-with-hand-on-mouth-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.kentuckysedationdentist.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/unhappy-woman-with-hand-on-mouth-1024x682.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.kentuckysedationdentist.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/unhappy-woman-with-hand-on-mouth.jpg 1430w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/>Do you do your best to stick to a good oral hygiene routine, but you still seem to end up with cavities? That can be frustrating and puzzling. In this blog post, we\u2019ll discuss some of the reasons why you may be at a higher risk of dental decay than others. We\u2019ll also talk about what you can do to protect your precious smile.\r\n\r\n<!--more-->\r\n<h2>Genetics<\/h2>\r\nGenetics can have a bearing on oral health in a few ways:\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><strong>Enamel hardness and thickness. <\/strong>Some people naturally have thinner, weaker tooth enamel that is more prone to decay. Using fluoridated oral health products may help to strengthen your teeth.<\/li>\r\n \t<li><strong>Tooth shape.<\/strong> If you have deep grooves in your teeth, food can easily get trapped there and lead to cavities. Dental sealants might be a solution to this problem.<\/li>\r\n \t<li><strong>Oral bacteria.<\/strong> Countless types of bacteria inhabit the human mouth, and a number of them aggressively interact with sugar, thus leading to cavities. Some types of microbes in the mouth are hereditary.<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<h2>Diet<\/h2>\r\nWhile you cannot control your genes, you <em>can <\/em>control your diet \u2014 and diet is often a major factor in cavity development. Foods that contain high amounts of sugar are especially bad for the teeth. Acidic foods and beverages, such as soda and some fruit juices, can weaken the tooth enamel and make it susceptible to damage. When you indulge in items that you know are bad for your teeth, be sure to rinse your mouth with water soon after you finish consuming them.\r\n<h2>Dry Mouth<\/h2>\r\nSaliva is one of your mouth\u2019s main defenses against cavities. It rinses away harmful food particles and bacteria, and it contains traces of minerals that help to fortify teeth. When you do not have an adequate saliva supply, cavities may result.\r\n\r\nIf you struggle with dry mouth, you may be able to correct the problem by:\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>Drinking more water<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Cutting back on sugary and salty foods<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Talking to your doctor about adjusting any medications that have dry mouth as a side effect<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Addressing allergies that cause you to breathe through your mouth<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<h2>Gum Recession<\/h2>\r\nWhen the gums recede, they expose the roots of your teeth, which have no enamel to protect them from decay. Gum recession may be the result of aging, but it can also occur due to gum disease or overaggressive oral hygiene. If you notice that your gums seem to be shrinking, you should <a href=\"https:\/\/www.kentuckysedationdentist.com\/preventative-dentistry.html\">visit your dentist<\/a> as soon as possible for a checkup.\r\n\r\nEven if you are naturally more prone to cavities than others, that doesn\u2019t mean your teeth are doomed. Taking a few measures to protect your teeth, and regularly visiting your dentist, can do much to safeguard your smile and preserve it for the rest of your life.\r\n\r\n<strong>About the Author<\/strong>\r\n\r\nDr. Bryan Griffith is a graduate of the University of Kentucky College of Dentistry and one of only a few dentists in the state of Kentucky who is qualified to offer oral conscious sedation. He provides a broad range of services, including preventive and restorative care. If you would like to learn more about Dr. Griffith and how he may be able to help you achieve and\/or maintain your oral health, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.kentuckysedationdentist.com\/contact-us.html\">contact our office<\/a> at 606-874-9311.","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"Do you do your best to stick to a good oral hygiene routine, but you still seem to end up with cavities? That can be frustrating and puzzling. In this blog post, we\u2019ll discuss some of the reasons why you may be at a higher risk of dental decay than others. 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