When bacteria in the mouth feed on carbohydrates deposited on the teeth the PRIMARY result is:

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When bacteria feed on carbohydrates in the mouth, they produce acids that can dissolve the enamel on teeth, leading to dental caries (cavities). Bad breath and sore throat can also be caused by bacterial overgrowth in the mouth, but they are not the primary result of bacterial feeding on carbohydrates. Yellow teeth may be a cosmetic issue, but they are not directly caused by bacterial feeding on carbohydrates.

When Bacteria in the Mouth Feed on Carbohydrates Deposited on the Teeth