Why Do You Get Cavities?

Dr. Ellie Phillips explains why and where cavities form, highlighting the role of plaque, acidity, and dry mouth, while offering expert tips on preventing tooth decay. Discover how to minimize your cavity risk with effective dental hygiene practices and oral health products. ——————————————— 🦷 Start healing your teeth at home with my Gum & Tooth Rebuild Program: https://learn.drellie.com?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=description&utm_campaign=video 📖 Get my FREE Booklet: https://drellie.com/free-booklet-2/?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=description&utm_campaign=video 🛒 My Amazon Choices: https://www.amazon.com/shop/dr.elliephillips?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=description&utm_campaign=video 👇 Get The Proper Products for My Complete Mouth Care System: https://www.amazon.com/shop/dr.elliephillips/list/TKMQZ4G75KTZ?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=description&utm_campaign=video ——————————————— TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@drelliephillips?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=description&utm_campaign=video Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drelliephillips?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=description&utm_campaign=video My website: https://drellie.com/?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=description&utm_campaign=video ——————————————— #oralhealth #dentalhealth #naturalhealing #dentist #cavities Disclaimer Any information on this channel is provided for educational purposes only and is not intended as a substitute for the advice provided by your dentist, physician, or other healthcare professional. You should not use the information on this channel for diagnosing or treating a health problem or disease, or prescribing any medication or other treatment. You should always speak with your dentist, physician, or other healthcare professional before taking any medication or nutritional, herbal, or homeopathic supplement, or adopting any treatment for a health problem. If you have or suspect that you have a medical problem, promptly contact your health care provider. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking professional advice because of something you have learned on this channel. Information provided on this channel and the use of any products or services purchased by you on affiliated sites DOES NOT create a doctor-patient relationship between you and any of the physicians affiliated with this Channel. Information and statements regarding dietary supplements available on this channel have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration and are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. 00:00 Introduction 01:00 Why Do You Get Plaque? 01:44 What Causes Dry Mouth? 02:33 Why Certain Teeth are More at Risk 03:09 What’s Really Causing Cavities 03:43 Why Athletes are More at Risk 04:11 How to Help Prevent Cavities 05:38 Prevent Cavities Despite Having Sjögren's Syndrome