The Conversation reports that sugar corrodes teeth within seconds as bacteria form plaque, leading to cavities.

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(The Conversation is an independent and nonprofit source of news, analysis and commentary from academic experts.) While you’re likely aware that eating too much sugar can cause cavities – that is, ...