The cause of caries is bacterial breakdown of the hard tissues of the teeth (enamel, dentin and cementum). This occurs due to acid made from food debris or sugar on the tooth surface. Simple sugars in food are these bacteria's primary energy source and thus a diet high in simple sugar is a risk factor.
Bedford County, Tennessee (TN) County population in 2014: 46,627 (44% urban, 56% rural); it was 37,586 in 2000. County owner-occupied with a mortgage or a loan houses and condos in 2010: 7,508. County owner-occupied free and clear houses and condos in 2010: 4,026. County owner-occupied houses and condos in 2000: 10,223.
Maury County, Tennessee (TN) County population in 2014: 85,515 (58% urban, 42% rural); it was 69,498 in 2000. County owner-occupied with a mortgage or a loan houses and condos in 2010: 15,497. County owner-occupied free and clear houses and condos in 2010: 7,316. County owner-occupied houses and condos in 2000: 19,241.