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  1. Caries are decay and disintegration, usually 
  2. of the substance of teeth (cavity) or bone. 
  3. It is caused by acids produced when the 
  4. bacteria that live in the mouth break down 
  5. sugars in the food. Caries form mainly in the
  6. 45 minutes following consumption of sugary 
  7. food.
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  9. Subject by: Russell Webb
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