What is the term given to the corrosion of the tooth enamel caused due by bacterial acid production?

Dentine

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Ricket

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Caries

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Scurvy

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The correct option is C
Caries

The acid produced by the bacteria slowly corrodes the enamel of the teeth and forms cavities knows as caries. The bacteria can enter through these caries and start infecting the tooth pulp. This causes a toothache and foul smell.

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