dental caries

• Termo médico que designa a cárie dentária, ou seja, a destruição do esmalte e das camadas mais profundas do dente, causada por bactérias e ácidos.

A medical term for tooth decay, referring to the destruction of the tooth's enamel and underlying layers caused by bacteria and acids.

1. Tooth decayB2formal

   A disease process causing the destruction of tooth enamel and dentin due to bacterial activity and acid production.

   Cárie dentária

   • Regular brushing and flossing help prevent dental caries.
   • The dentist diagnosed dental caries in two of her molars.
   • Untreated dental caries can lead to severe pain and tooth loss.