Current Mathews County, Virginia Population, Demographics and stats in 2016, 2017. Learn more by clicking the Google or Facebook button below. Population Demographics for Mathews County, Virginia in 2016 and 2017.
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.
1 Dental cavities can be prevented by maintaining a constant low level of fluoride in the oral cavity. 2  Severe periodontal (gum) disease, which may result in tooth loss, is found in 15â20% of middle-aged (35-44 years) adults.  Globally, about 30% of people aged 65â74 have no natural teeth.