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new neighbors in the oral 'hood
originally aired August 23, 2002
Chances are you've had a few cavities in your lifetime. In fact, the Centers for Disease Control report that 96-percent of adults have at least some form of tooth decay. Cavities are caused by bacteria. So, what are scientists trying to use against them? More bacteria. As the Health Show's Greg Dahlmann reports, it's all about making the oral neighborhood a nicer place.
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