Decay of the teeth, or caries, commences externally, appearing upon the enamel or bony structure of the teeth.
Dental caries, or decay, is at first largely a chemical process and affects the tooth proper.
The eating of sweets, and especially the sticky sweets—preserves and the like—was recognized as an important source of caries.
The teeth are interesting in showing marked rotting or "caries," hitherto unknown in prehistoric skulls.
Wild animals are not subject to caries or dental decay, as are man and domesticated animals.
For the experiments, 16 extracted, caries free human third molars were prepared.
In contrast to the mandible, there are no caries or abscesses on the maxilla.
Affected teeth tend to wear down rapidly leading to dental caries.
