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1 After you eat, tiny bits of food are left between your teeth. Bacteria grow on them, forming plaque.  The bacteria digest the carbohydrates (sugars and starches) in food and produce an acid. This acid dissolves the enamel (the hard outer layer of your tooth) and a hole (cavity) is formed.
It hurts to have a cavity. The hole can increase sensitivity in your tooth, and if itâs left untreated, you are at risk of developing an infection. Many toothaches are caused by cavities. You may be able to feel a slight hole or indentation in your tooth with your tongue. You may feel pain when you chew, especially when you eat hard foods. Cavities may cause either sharp or dull pain, depending on how advanced they are. A cavity that goes untreated for a long time can cause a huge amount of pain. The decay will eventually attack the toothâs pulp and nerve, which causes pain.