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Caries
Definitions
Decay of teeth due to acid produced by bacteria as sugar is broken down. Commonly known as cavities.(Noun) Tooth cavity or cavities; "caries" can be used as both a singular and a plural.
Usage: She had one dental caries in a single molar, but her brother had three dental caries.
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