Protein-apatite interactions in dentine

In the last few decades in the whole western world a decline of enamel caries has been observed. This decrease is an immediate result of the apllication of fluorides, of improved eating habits and of a growing dental care. All these factors have resulted in a longer maintenance of the natural dentition by a large fraction of the population. In consequence of this, an increase of root caries as a result of gingival recession has come to the forefront. The roots of teeth consisting of dentine with a thin layer of cementum are easily attacked by acids produced by microorganisms in the plaque. The ultimate result is root (dentine) caries. ... Zie: Summar