kariesfremmende
Kariesfremmende refers to a property or characteristic that promotes the development of dental caries, commonly known as tooth decay. In the context of dentistry, it describes substances, foods, or behaviors that contribute to the formation of cavities in the teeth.
The primary mechanism by which kariesfremmende factors operate involves the interaction between bacteria in the mouth,
Therefore, substances high in fermentable carbohydrates, especially those that are sticky or linger on the teeth
Conversely, practices and substances that are not kariesfremmende or are even cariostatic (inhibiting caries) include water,