How To Prevent Cavities At Home ?

By Bharati Kumari
04 Aug 2023, 12:23 IST

Cavities are damaged areas on the tooth's enamel. This further develops into tiny holes and openings.

Causes of cavities

The main culprit behind cavities is a bacterium called Streptococcus mutans. It transforms sugars into acid, and this acid further demineralises the tooth enamel.

Vitamin D

A 1930s study revealed that not getting enough vitamin D puts you at an increased risk of cavities. Include vitamin D-rich foods such as small fish, mushrooms and eggs.

Fluoride Toothpaste

Fluoride-based toothpaste can prevent cavities by remineralising enamel. Fluoride can even reverse enamel decay.

Reduce Sugar Intake

As we already know that cavities are caused by sugars converting into acid, reducing sugar intake will allow your enamel to rebuild itself.

Liquorice (Mulethi)

Extract from liquorice root can eliminate the bacteria which are responsible for cavities. One study showed that liquorice lollipops showed a reduction in cavities.

Conclusion

Besides these home remedies, it is important to visit a dentist to stop cavities from getting worse.