Multiple choice general knowledge

Children are often warned against eating too many sweets.Do sweets really contribute to tooth decay and gum diseases ?

  1. Yes ,beacuse bacteria present in the mounth convert sugar into acid,thus damaging the teeth

  2. No,sweets are good for teeth as glucose present in sugar strengthens them.

  3. None of this is correct.

  4. Option 4 is not the correct friends u can choose from 1,2 and 3
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A Correct answer
Explanation

Oral bacteria ferment sugars to produce acid that demineralizes tooth enamel, causing cavities. This acid also irritates and inflames gum tissue, leading to gingivitis and periodontal disease over time.

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