In order to judge ripeness and taste of cantaloupe you can look for a few things: 1  Without cracking into it, pick up the melon and check out its skin. 2  Looks under the webbing of the cantaloupe and see if there is any color coming through the webbing. 3  Look for one that feels heavy for its size and that has a clean rind.
A cavity (say: KA-vuh-tee) develops when a tooth decays (say: dih-KAZE), or breaks down. A cavity is a hole that can grow bigger and deeper over time. Cavities are also called dental caries (say: KARE-eez), and if you have a cavity, it's important to get it repaired.
A cavity is a hole in the toothâs enamel. Up to 90% of school children and the majority of adults have at least one cavity. If you want inspiration to brush and floss, seek out some Google images of severe untreated cavities. Not a pretty sight. Cavities result from the build-up of plaque â a sticky slimy substance composed mostly of bacteria. In breaking down sugar and carbohydrates, bacteria create acids, and these acids can eat away at the teeth. Cavities hurt when they get bigger and touch nerves. An untreated cavity can become a tooth abscess.