Cavities are not Contagious = FALSE!
September 2, 2011 Leave a comment
It’s true! Cavities are contagious! Here’s how it works:
The 2 types of bacteria that cause tooth decay, Strep Mutans and to a lesser extent, Lactobacillus are transmissable by human contact through saliva. Common examples of transmission include:
- From Mother to Child – decay-causing bacteria can be shared through eating utensils and straws.
- “Kissing Disease” – this phenomon usually occurs during teenage years. Youths that have been cavity-free for life suddenly develop cavities upon entering the dating scene.
The Good News: We have the ability to test the bacteria in your saliva with a simple test kit With your test results in hand, we can help you create a defense plan to fight back and keep your mouth healthy!
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