Kissing = Cavities?

Are cavities actually contagious? This video talks about how cavities are caused by bacteria that can be spread through saliva (like kissing or sharing utensils) and why that means cavities are technically contagious. Also, we'll talk about why being exposed to cavity-causing bacteria doesn’t automatically mean you’ll get cavities, and how consistent brushing, flossing, and routine dental visits play the biggest role in prevention. We also touch on gum disease, cold sores, and why oral hygiene truly determines whether those bacteria cause damage or not! 🦷 BETTERMOUTH APP: https://www.bettermouth.com/ 🪥 SHOP MY STOREFRONT: https://bit.ly/4jgJPdG 🦷 WANT MORE TEETH TALK? ▶ newsletter: https://bit.ly/ttg-subscribe ▶ oral care guide: https://bit.ly/free-oral-hygiene-routine-guide ▶ website: https://teethtalkgirl.com ▶ shop happyteeth: https://givehappyteeth.com/ ▶ amazon storefront: https://www.amazon.com/shop/teethtalk 🦷 SUPPORT THIS CONTENT: ▶ patreon: https://www.patreon.com/teethtalkgirl ▶ youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCoWqwg_7NXuvoJZIgzHf8Dw/join 🦷 SOURCES: https://www.mouthhealthy.org/all-topics-a-z/cavities www.nature.com/articles/s41598-019-43267-7 microbiomejournal.biomedcentral.com/articles/10.1186/2049-2618-2-41 🦷 BACKGROUND MUSIC: artlist.io 🦷 NOTE: This video does not provide medical advice and is intended for informational purposes only. Always seek the advice of your dentist or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical or dental condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard or seen on social media. ☮️ ❤️ 🦷