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Dental Caries (White Spot) Summary

Description: Localized destruction of the tooth surface initiated by decalcification of the enamel followed by enzymatic lysis of organic structures and leading to cavity formation. If left unchecked, the cavity may penetrate the enamel and dentin and reach the pulp. The three most prominent theories used to explain the etiology of the disease are that acids produced by bacteria lead to decalcification; that micro-organisms destroy the enamel protein; or that keratolytic micro-organisms produce chelates that lead to decalcification.

Also Known As: White Spot; White Spots; Decay, Dental; Dental Decay; Dental White Spot Show All >>

Networked: 4885 relevant articles (247 outcomes, 675 trials/studies) for this Disease

Key Drugs and Agents for Dental Caries

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Drugs and Important Biological Agents (IBA) related to treatments:
  1. Fluorides : 92 outcomes 147 studies in 1180 results : IBA
  2. Toothpastes : 14 outcomes 21 studies in 124 results : IBA
  3. Dentifrices (Dentifrice) : 9 outcomes 11 studies in 99 results : IBA
  4. Chlorhexidine : 9 outcomes 10 studies in 43 results : IBA
  5. Xylitol : 8 outcomes 22 studies in 73 results : IBA
  6. Pit and Fissure Sealants (Dental Sealants) : 7 outcomes 14 studies in 66 results : IBA
  7. Antigens : 7 outcomes 7 studies in 73 results : IBA
  8. Vaccines : 6 outcomes 9 studies in 38 results : IBA
  9. Sodium Fluoride (Ossin) : 5 outcomes 15 studies in 96 results : FDA 1
  10. Antibodies : 5 outcomes 9 studies in 53 results : IBA
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Diseases Related to Dental Caries

  1. Periodontal Diseases (Periodontal Disease)
  2. Dental Plaque
  3. Gingivitis
  4. Dental Fluorosis
  5. Periodontitis
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Key Therapies for Dental Caries

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  1. Oral Hygiene (Dental Hygiene) : 19 outcomes 61 studies in 445 results
  2. Fluoridation : 12 outcomes 43 studies in 335 results
  3. Lasers (Laser) : 5 outcomes 12 studies in 66 results
  4. Dental Care : 4 outcomes 22 studies in 134 results
  5. Toothbrushing : 4 outcomes 17 studies in 68 results
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