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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.
Without treatment, cavities can progress past the enamel and into the deeper layers of the tooth, causing pain and possible tooth loss. A Constant Battle in the Mouth. Your teeth are frequently under attack by acids, but the good news is this damage is constantly being reversed.