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Cavities by Mind Map: Cavities

1. 92% American

1.1. High simple sugar diet

2. Causes

2.1. streptococci bacteria

2.1.1. lives in mouth

2.1.1.1. origin is mother/dad

2.1.2. thrives on sugar

2.1.3. produce lactic acid

2.2. enamel wears away

2.3. bacteria invade dentin

2.4. nerve is exposed

2.4.1. dental treatment

2.4.1.1. filling

2.4.1.2. modern tools

3. Preventions

3.1. good oral hygience

3.2. avoid starches

3.3. avoid sugary foods

4. Cave Men

4.1. Riddled Holes in Teeth

4.1.1. man made tools

4.1.2. beeswax

4.2. High simple sugar diet