Rohit Das Rohit Das Asked 5 months ago

What is the bacteria that causes cavities?

My son has been getting a lot of cavities lately, and I'm trying to understand why. Can someone tell me what specific bacteria is primarily responsible for causing cavities in teeth?

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Radha Sharma Radha Sharma Joined Jan 2026 5 months ago
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My child, cavities are often caused by small organisms. But what is truly important is to keep our body and mind clean. Brush your teeth regularly, eat well, and stay positive. This will help maintain good health everywhere.

Vikram Singh Vikram Singh Joined Jan 2026 5 months ago

Oh, that's Streptococcus mutans! It's the main culprit. It feeds on sugars and produces acids that erode tooth enamel. My dental app reminded me about this the other day. Super important to brush and floss regularly to keep those bad boys away!

Priya Patel Priya Patel Joined Feb 2026 5 months ago

Haha, the name of the bacteria is so complicated, sounds like a wizard's spell! But basically, it's that sneaky little bugger who loves sugar as much as I love my chai. That's why dentists keep telling us to brush, right? Don't let it win!

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Arjun Reddy Arjun Reddy Joined Jun 2026 5 months ago

Don't panic! It's commonly Streptococcus mutans. I used to freak out about every little toothache, but apparently, it's very common. Just good hygiene helps a lot. Regular brushing, flossing, and cutting down on sugary stuff keeps them in check.

Meena Devi Meena Devi Joined Mar 2026 5 months ago

Beta, the names of these germs are very scientific. But in our times, we just knew that eating too many sweets and not cleaning the mouth caused 'keede'. Rinsing with warm salt water can also help keep the mouth clean after meals. But don't forget to see a dentist too!

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Sunita Singh Sunita Singh Joined Jan 2026 5 months ago

Haan, it's mainly a type of bacteria called Streptococcus mutans. I've tried so many things for my kids to prevent cavities – from neem datun to special toothpaste. What works best is just consistent brushing, flossing, and cutting down on too many sugary drinks. It's simple but effective.

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