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caries

[kair-eez, -ee-eez] / ˈkɛər iz, -iˌiz /








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"Different antimicrobial mouthwashes, whether available over-the-counter or on prescription, can be used in the management of gingivitis, dental caries, periodontal diseases, halitosis, etc."

From Science Daily Dec. 8, 2025

Of the adults' teeth, 13% were affected by caries -- often at the roots.

From Science Daily Dec. 14, 2023

The capsule caries a precious cargo - a handful of dust grabbed from asteroid Bennu, a mountain-sized space rock that promises to inform the most profound of questions: Where do we come from?

From BBC Sep. 21, 2023

Walker, who was the 41st overall pick of the 2022 out of Michigan State, had 36 yards on three caries before he was injured.

From Seattle Times Dec. 5, 2022

Ulceration of the cartilage and caries of the articular surfaces are common accompaniments.

From Manual of Surgery Volume Second: Extremities—Head—Neck. Sixth Edition. by Alexander Miles




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