Why does bacteria in our mouth become harmful to our teeth, while bacteria inside our body is usually kept in check and co-exists within us? 976 viewsJanuary 3, 2024 Question91.13K February 17, 2020 0 Comments Why does bacteria in our mouth become harmful to our teeth, while bacteria inside our body is usually kept in check and co-exists within us? In: Biology 4 Answers ActiveNewestOldest Anonymous Posted February 18, 2020 0 Comments When bacteria in the mouth eat food they poop acid. That acid mixes with food and saliva to make ‘plaque’. The plaque sticks to your teeth. The acid in the plaque dissolves the surface of your tooth (enamel), creating holes (cavities). You are viewing 1 out of 4 answers, click here to view all answers. Register or Login
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