dental caries
noun
1.
cavity formation in teeth caused by bacteria that attach to teeth and form acids in the presence of sucrose, other sugars, and refined starches; tooth decay.
Also called
caries
.
Examples from the web for
dental caries
Fluoride is often recommended to protect against
dental caries
.
dental caries
in Medicine
dental caries
n.
The formation of cavities in the teeth by the action of bacteria; tooth decay.