Monday, November 16, 2009

Getting cavities filled during pregnancy?

I have quite a few cavities that I need to get filled, and I'm 5 months pregnant. I got two filled the other day, and the dentist told me that nothing they gave me would affect the baby. I called my doctor a few days later just to make sure, and they said it was fine but that it's best to wait until after I have the baby to do it if at all possible. But she repeatedly told me that if my teeth were bothering me I should go ahead and do it. So then I researched it a little online and found that the epinephrine that is combined with the local anesthesia can cause minor birth defects. Should I wait? As far as my insurance goes, it would be much better for me to get it done this year, but my baby's not due until Dec. 24. Do dentists ever offer to give local anesthesia without epinephrine? And what are the "minor" birth defects that it can cause?

Getting cavities filled during pregnancy?
As long as you are out of the first trimester you should be just fine. And yes, there are anesthetics without epi. They do not get you as profoundly numb and do not keep you numb as long, but they are definitely an option. If you are out of the 1st trimester and the dentist is aware of the situation and confident I would not worry about it.
Reply:its fine. get ur teeth done first.
Reply:If pregnant, you should always consult with your OBGYN before proceeding with any dental work.
Reply:I'm not sure about the birth defects.Minor or not,I wouldn't risk finding that out.I think you should wait until your precious bundle is delivered safe and sound.That is way more important than insurance.
Reply:SHAWNA, JUST ASK THE DENTIST TO GIVE YOU ANESTHETIC W/O EPINEPHRINE. THIS SHOULDN'T BE A PROBLEM AT ALL. THERE ARE ANESTHETICS W/O THIS VASOCONSTRICTOR FOR CARDIAC PATIENTS.


About cavities...?

my best freind has cavities and wont go to the dentist (he is VERY afraid) is there ANY other way he can fix them aside from the dentist?

About cavities...?
Unfortunately no, Cavities definitely require a dentist in order to fix the dental area. Being scared of the density is so common. I myself had rather somebody slap me out of my chair than go to the dentist. Having said that, tell your friend to make an appointment with the dentist, tell them on the phone how afraid he is, and believe me, they will do there best to reassure him and make him comfortable during the process. Also if your friend doesn't go to the dentist and get the dental care he needs, in all likely hood, he will wind up with a dental abscess, then be facing seeing an oral surgeon. Much better to address the dental problem now, than later. Hope this helps, and thanks for the opportunity to address such an important question. Best of luck to your friend.
Reply:You can get temporary filing kits etc in Boots . don't know where you are
Reply:Nope, the only way to fix a cavity is to have it filled. If he doesn't then eventually the tooth will continue to rot until it falls out. I guess he has to decide which he is more afraid of....a dentist or having false teeth. If he is really afraid of a dentist then he could check the yellow pages for a dentist that offers anesthesia for patients. What they do is they perform a full check up on your first visit and make a list of all the dental work that needs to be done. Then they will schedule a time for him to come back and have all the work done at one time while he is knocked out. It is the best thing for people with a fear of the dentist.
Reply:no





He can get nitrous which will make him feel real good and not care that they are working on his mouth. I love the stuff.
Reply:Today a dentist will put you under for dental work. I can handle a filling, but if they are going to be pulling, out I go.
Reply:no sorry the will have to use a drill to get the bad stuff out of his tooth and there is no way he could do that
Reply:Sorrry but no, your dentist can sedate your friend or use nitrous oxide, but if he keep waiting every thing is goin to be worst


Visit to the dentist one week= no problems, the next week= 5 cavities??

Recently I had to have a filling redone since there was apparently still decay underneath which was almost near the nerve. During the intial consultation I had a check up first and my dentist said there was no problems, so we decided to go ahead as planned and redo the filling the following friday.





Well when I went back the next friday, before the filling got redone, my dentist decided to do another check up first and put some red liquid on my teeth that was supposed to reveal any decay and according to him I had additional 5 very minor cavities. Naturally I was shocked by this since only the other week he had given me the A ok and then this.





He said they were very, very minor and could wait, but I was very suspicious of this "red miracle liquid" I know there is some sort of similar thing to detect tartar but I've never heard of it detecting cavities??





I brush twice a day, floss, listerine etc. and the only cavity I have ever had is the one mentioned that needed redoing.

Visit to the dentist one week= no problems, the next week= 5 cavities??
Caries detector dyes have minimal if any effect on detecting cavities on enamel which is the outer surface of the tooth. Some have been used after drilling out a cavity to see if there are any areas of residual decay. It is also possible that if you have cavities, they might be really small and could be watched for the time being pending a second opinion.
Reply:get a second opinion.
Reply:Some dentists are more strict than others. Some dentists will fix any little weak area in teeth, while these spots may stay little weak areas for years without needing repair. Or, some dentists observe little weak areas and recommend fluoride rinses to help and see if a filling can be avoided. If they didn't notice them the first time it probably means they are tiny spots, so try some fluoride and find a dentist that can give one straight opinion/diagnosis.
Reply:Get a second opinion! Minor cavities? If you paid the dentist to do an exam he should have been more thorough. Whats to keep him from finding more work once he starts drilling??


Sounds like a crook to me.

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Why am I getting cavities now when I didn't before?

I take very good care of my teeth. I normally brush them 3 times daily and floss every day. When I was younger (I'm 21 now), I never flossed and sometimes only brushed in the morning. I never had cavities when I took worse care of my teeth and now I have at least one every time I go to the dentist (have for the past couple of years).





I have recently noticed that I wake up with a very dry mouth most mornings - not sure why, but that could be related to allergy medications. Could this be the cause of my cavities? If so, do you have any suggestions for not getting dry-mouth at night?

Why am I getting cavities now when I didn't before?
First, dry mouth is very common at night, your saliva flow will slow dramatically and this may be even more so with your allergy medications. You can get cavities at any time during your lifetime, but I am going to guess it is dietary related. I have seen this happen with some of my patients. If you are eating candies, even small ones like altoids or cough drops your teeth are being exposed to acids that are produced by your mouth breaking down these sugars. Usually the acids hang around for about 20 minutes breaking down the tooth enamel causing decay. If not candy it could be the same acid cycle when sipping a drink at your desk, many people will sip a drink all day which exposes you to acids all day (even sugar free drinks have acid in them). Cavities can also be caused by acid reflux. It may also be that you had the beginnings of small cavities before, but they were not big enough to be fixed before and now they are. I would recommend an over the counter fluoride rinse (ACT or Fluoriguard) nightly as your home care routine sounds great! Good luck!


JAMRDH - a dental hygienist
Reply:Some simple reasons for dry mouth include:


Stuffy nose


Mouth breathing


Inadequate fluid intake


Dehydration - see causes of dehydration


Anxiety


Fear


Certain nutritional deficiencies may cause dry mouth


A lack of vitamin A may cause dry mouth


riboflavin deficiency


Salivary gland disorder


Excessive urination- may cause dehydration


Sjogrens syndrome


Diabetes, Sarcoidosis, Amyloidosis


Radiation exposure


Certain medication


Amphetamine intoxication


Psychogenic


yes lack of salivation can cause increase in cavity development as saliva has cleansing action and provides immunity through enzymes and therefore increased rate of cavity development


Although there is no single way to treat dry mouth, there are a number of steps that can be followed to keep the teeth in good health and relieve the sense of dryness


Treatment for dry mouth depends on what is causing the problem. Generally, treatment of a dry mouth focuses on three areas:





Managing underlying medical conditions causing the dry mouth


Preventing tooth decay


Increasing the flow of saliva, if possible





To preserve the teeth:





Brush your teeth at least once a day





Use dental floss at least twice a day





Use a toothpaste that contains fluoride. Ask your dentist about using a topical fluoride





Avoid sticky, sugary foods or brush immediately after eating them





See your dentist at least three times a year for cleanings and early treatment of cavities





Ask your dentist if you should use a remineralizing solution or prescription-strength fluoride or artificial saliva .





To relieve dryness and preserve the soft tissues:





Take frequent sips of water or drinks without sugar. Pause often while speaking to sip some liquid. Avoid coffee, tea and soft drinks





Drink frequently while eating. This will make chewing and swallowing easier and may increase the taste of foods





Keep a glass of water by your bed for dryness during the night or upon awakening





Chew sugarless gum - the chewing may produce more saliva





Eat sugarless mints or hard sugarless candy but let them dissolve in your mouth. Cinnamon and mint are often most effective





Avoid tobacco and alcohol





Avoid spicy, salty and highly acidic foods that may irritate the mouth





Ask your dentist about using artificial salivas to help lubricate the mouth





Use a humidifier, particularly at night.


After I have my cavities filled is it okay to smoke?

After I have my cavities filled is it okay to smoke?


I just have my cavities filled 2 hours ago and after the numbness goes away is it alright to smoke?








and yes i know smoking is bad.

After I have my cavities filled is it okay to smoke?
I'm not going to lecture you about smoking. You already know all that. It's OK to smoke if you had a silver (amalgam) filling done. If you had a plastic resin filling done, wait 24 hours. It will stain it. You also shouldn't eat foods that can stain it, such as ice tea, grape juice, wine, etc.
Reply:Yes. You don't even have to wait for the numbness to go away.





The only time you DON'T want to smoke is when you have a gaping hole in your mouth, such as getting wisdom teeth removed, having a tooth pulled, and root canal.





We ALL know that smoking is bad. What kind of def, dumb, blind idiot wouldn't know by now? It's your own decision and people should mind their own damn business.





I smoke, too.
Reply:its never okay to smoke
Reply:I light up as soon as one foot is out of the Dr's office. Spit running out of my mouth and everything.
Reply:No. Smoking is not ok. It ruins your lungs, teeth, gums, fingertips, and makes you stink. Take this as a good opportunity to quit for good.
Reply:yes if it was only cavities you are fine
Reply:Yeah I usually smoke while still numb on the drive home! So go ahead..


Dental - cavities?

my dentist told me i have to remove 4 of my inner teeth due to cavities.i am only 26 and i really don't wanna do it.if i leave it just like that ..will it affect my other teeth?

Dental - cavities?
If you have cavities, you need to get them fixed as soon as possible.





A cavity of course can get larger and cause toothaches, but even more insidiously, they serve as reservoirs for the germs that causes tooth decay.





Hiding in the cavities where you cannot reach them with a toothbrush, those germs grow back all over your mouth literally in minutes after brushing your teeth. That's why people with cavities find it so hard to keep that sticky white gunky bacterial plaque off their teeth, and it turns into a vicious cycle-- The inability to control the plaque leads to even more cavities.





Whatever is needed (fillings, root canal/post/crown, extractions, etc.) depends on how badly the tooth has decayed. Whatever you do, get it fixed as soon as you can. Don't let the rotting teeth fester.
Reply:You may get gum disease if you leave them as they are
Reply:Go to a different dentist...you can't walk around without teeth!
Reply:It depends on how much decay you have!! If there is too much decay to save the teeth then I am afraid you will have to have them removed. I would go get a second opinion - it may be possible to save the teeth, however they would be heavily filled with fillings.





You must get something done because yes if you leave them - the teeth will eventually fall out anyway - and the dentist is correct the decay will spread to other teeth especially if you have poor oral hygiene.





If they do have to be removed it wont be all that bad you can have a bridge or get false teeth to fill in the gaps. or alternatively you can have implants but these are only available privately are thus are extremely expensive (£1000-£2000 per tooth).

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Does it hurt get cavities removed???

i went to the dentist today he said i have a few cavities which will have to be removed cuz wen i grow older he doesnt want any problems with my teeth so how do dentist take cavities out and does it hurt??

Does it hurt get cavities removed???
you can't get a cavity removed. they fill them in. and i don't know if it'll hurt. if you're not in pain now because of the cavities then it shouldn't hurt. it just depends on how bad the cavities are.
Reply:Depends on how bad it is. often times, you'll be taking some mild sedative do ease the pain.


But to tell you the truth, the pain is mind-numbing. a drill bores through your gums and you feel intense pain! like someone poking the inside of your teeth with a chisel and hammer! Muwahahaha!! lol just kidding you won't feel a thing. at least until the anesthesia wears off.
Reply:It's quick, easy and painless
Reply:Dental Cavities





The most common cause of a toothache is a dental cavity. Dental cavities (caries) are holes in the two outer layers of a tooth called the enamel and the dentin. The enamel is the outermost white hard surface and the dentin is the yellow layer just beneath the enamel. Both layers serve to protect the inner living tooth tissue called the pulp, where blood vessels and nerves reside. Certain bacteria in the mouth convert simple sugars into acid. The acid softens and (along with saliva) dissolves the enamel and dentin, creating cavities. Small shallow cavities may not cause pain and may be unnoticed by the patient. The larger deeper cavities can collect food debris. The inner living pulp of the affected tooth can become irritated by bacterial toxins or by foods that are cold, hot, sour, or sweet-causing toothache. Toothache from these larger cavities is the most common reason for visits to dentists.
Reply:A lot of dentists will give you some gas that'll make you sleep through the whole thing. Sleeping or not, they numb it up so you don't feel anything. Your mouth will feel like rubber and you'll probably drool because you won't be able to feel the spit to automatically swallow it instead. It wears off in a few hours (same day). Lots of times, you can get prescription pain killers if you're concerned about pain, but there really shouldn't be much lingering after they're done at the office.





They use a drill to dig out the rotten part of your tooth, clean out any bad bacteria, and fill it back in with either metal or a compound tinted to match your normal tooth color. Just be sure to brush regularly around the work they do because if you let the plaque build up around the filling and eat out what the filling is holding on to, the filling will fall out and you'll have a hole in your tooth and have to get a new filling. Not cool, but also not an issue as long as you take care of brushing and flossing from now on.
Reply:the first part is unpleasant, which is the anesthetic injection. i am such a sicko that i look forward to that part now. anyhow, my advice to you is to keep your eyes on the light that will be suspended over your face. do not look at the instruments the dentist will use, you might get queezy. once the dentist is finished injecting the anesthetic, you will become numb. he may drill into your teeth, but you will not feel it. once it is over, the soreness will be very mild.


How cavities attacks the body and spreads through a population?

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How cavities attacks the body and spreads through a population?
Cavities are caused from sugar or salt sitting on the tooth enamel long enough for bacteria to grow. The bacteria eats through the enamel causing a cavity. Everyone gets them the same way. Cavities do not spread in the sense that they are not contagious, you can't "catch" cavities.
Reply:what ???


you get cavities from not taking care of your teeth ..


it dosent spread , its not like a cold or the flu .
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Minor Cavities?

I just went to the denist and they said I had two small cavitites. I'm wondering what they do when you have 'minor' cavities in between the teeth, and how much it would hurt. I'm really afraid of the denist so if you could help me that'd be great! thanks!

Minor Cavities?
The sooner they are filled the better. No it doesn't hurt anymore. The dentist will give you something that will numb your gum area and it won't take very much time to have them filled. The drill makes noise but since the cavities are small there should be no pain at all. I remember when I was scared, I told the dentist and he gave me some liquid to drink and I was fine and delighted that it didn't hurt like it did many years ago. If you are on a blood thinner or have any heart trouble like rheumatic fever, you will need to take antibiotics first so check with your doctor to see if you need them. Smile and be happy you got them filled before they got big.
Reply:I am 60 years old and still have all my teeth. The main reason is I go to the dentist every 6 months and get fixed whatever my teeth need, even gum surgery.





The dentist will administer novacaine to numb the area around the teeth.





I do deep breathing and total body relaxation when I am in the chair. Zone out.





Suck up your fears and face them. It will make you a stronger person.
Reply:If it gets any worse, the pain will be much much worse.





I'm also scared of the dentist, i had a huge thing done yesterday (and i'm 20 and scared)





It really won't hurt if its a small cavity. My cavity was fairly large and i have a small headache today and thats it. No big!





Good luck and make sure you don't put it off!
Reply:it is very important to take care of those cavities now before they get worse because once they get to the nerve you will need a root canal to be able to save the tooth.root canals are very expensive.


you will not feel pain. Before a filling the doctor will get the area anesthetize.


and make sure to take care of your teeth brush twice a day and make sure you floss at least once a day to prevent cavities between your teeth.
Reply:hi sweetie. go to the dentist. the longer you wait the harder it will be. your small cavities will turrn into big ones and you may need a root canal and crown.
Reply:there gonna have to get a drill and drill down to the gum and then rip the teeth out if it gets any worse.


Visible cavities and fallen out molar?

My boyfriend has visible cavities on two of his front teeth and his second to last molar in the back fell out. He had braces on for almost a year too long when he was teen and now as a man in his early twenties is really apprehensive about going to a dentist, due to his prior experiences and costs of care. We live in Boston now and I was wondering if anyone out there had any suggestions about where to go and how much something like this would cost?


Thank You

Visible cavities and fallen out molar?
I cant recommend anyone in the area and I couldnt tell you if the braces were on too long ...





but its impossible to determine the total without seeing the mouth. cavities on front teeth can usually be filled... this would run from 100-300 per tooth depending on the size.... if they are really big they need crowns.. about 1200-1500. if they decay is deep they would need rootcanals, 800ish PLUS the cost of the crown.





The back tooth may not even be savable. if part of it broke off then its got some serious decay most likely. if its savable figure its probably gonna need rootcanal (800+) plus post plus crown. and if he has that much decay that obvious , he could easily have a lot more cavities that you just cant see. A legitimate dentist will not just skip the other cavities either. They would all need to be treated properly.


Dental Question- pain, possible cavities, teeth shifting.?

I have never had a cavity in my life, until about 2 years ago my dentist said I had possible cavities coming in. I didn't need to get anything done then, just a check up in a couple months. Well, I moved- and next thing I know, it's almost a year and a half, and I haven't gone back. Now I am experiencing slight pain in one of my molars ( I had wisdom teeth removed a few years ago, ) The pain started after I flossed a couple nights ago. It's not really pain, its more of a tightness. Right near the "tight" tooth, I have an ulcer on the inside of my gums. I get these occassionally, due to salt. Second problem- When I was 13 I got braces, They were on for like 2 years, and then my office went bankrupt, never heard from again. My braces ended up falling apart, and no other office would take me because I had no records of having braces. I never got a retainer, and my teeth have begun shifting. Can I get a retainer to prevent further shifting until I can save for invisalign??

Dental Question- pain, possible cavities, teeth shifting.?
Oh my. I am terribly sorry about the whole braces situation. Well, first thing is first. The "tight" molar might possibly be a cavity that has rotted the tooth or has gone too far deep. I suggest you go back to your dentist and get that checked out because the problem could be much more severe and can lead to unnecessary extraction.


About the ucler, I also suggest you get that checked because it could lead to gum disease which can require surgery to fix. Overall, I think that you should go asap or you might end up paying a lot more and having more pain.





About the braces and the shifting, I think it is too late for a retainer. I think that you should go to orthondists and get consulations done (I know you said they didn't accept, but ask for a consultation). More than likely you will have to get braces again (depending on the amount of shifting). Invisilaign can be expensive, but is the way to go with adults.








For the appointment, ask all the questions you have, and please don't be worried. Think of this as a whole new beginning!


Hope this helps!





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Does cavities cause sensitivity?

I got some cavities filled the other day and now when I eat or drink something cold those teeth are more sensitive. Is that normal and is there something I can do to take away the sensitivity? Thanks

Does cavities cause sensitivity?
That's normal for now. Heat ands sugar may cause pain too. Give it a while to settle down. If it is still bothersome you may want to try a desensitizing toothpaste and let your. D.D.S %26gt; know.


Good luck! Eat and drink @ room temperature until things settle down. Bye!
Reply:This happens to me all the time when I get a new filling. Just wait awhile, the sensitivity will go away after a few more days.
Reply:The sensitivity should fade away over time.

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Just had fillings--now have instant cavities?!?

Okay so I just had a couple fillings done--I was looking at them in the mirror that night and i noticed on the opposite side I had a little black dot on another tooth that had been filled recently. Now today I notice a little black dot around the edge of the filling I just had done 2 days ago. I've had a lot of fillings done and now brush and floss after everything I eat and rinse with flouride. They look like little cavities...how is this possible the fillings are 2 days old?!

Just had fillings--now have instant cavities?!?
while that happened to me because im in love with gum did u eat gym?..because that pulls out the fulling...or if not i think u should go back and find out whats happening cause you can have some type of mouth diease not 2 freak u out.


Why am I getting cavities?

I brush twice a day, use mouthwash and I still got two cavities! I don't eat candy or mints or gum a lot. My dentist said I need to floss more but I know people that never floss and never have cavities. She also said some people are more prone to getting them. Is this true? Help, I'm really upset about this.

Why am I getting cavities?
I NEVER missed brushing or flossing growing up, and I was the only one of the three of us (brother and sister) who got cavities... the dentist says that there is genetic predisposition sometimes... I happen to have soft teeth, and they are prone to cavities and breakage. I also have acidic saliva (gross, i know), which aids in the breakdown of enamel.





Floss more often, keep brushing well, use an enamel protecting mouthwash and toothpaste, don't eat lots of acidic things (coffee, lemon stuff, and of course candy), and accept that sometimes you get bad genes, however sucky it is!
Reply:I think some of it is genetic. Do what your dentist tells you and floss. Its cheaper and easier than a filling. Also try one of those mouthwashes like Act that is designed to strengthen teeth against cavities.
Reply:you're not brushing properly ... circular motion slowly with every teeth... you need to floss EVERY night... try to brush your teeth 3 times a day... best of luck
Reply:well maybe u should floss,i never had cavities soo,...maybe u should just do what the dentist said,floss your teeth
Reply:Yes, life is not fair, some persons can skip flossing without getting cavities and others cannot. Floss more if the dentist says that will help.
Reply:Some people are just more prone to getting cavities. If one of your parents was cavity prone than that might explain it. One thing that my mom did for my brother and I (I haven't had a cavity at 25 and he had his first at 34) is to have a protective coating sealant put on our teeth. She had ours put on when we got our adult teeth. Most dentists do not advertise this treatment, but it obviously helped both of us! If it's too late for you than just remember this when you have kids. Oh, and my b/f is just like you, he brushes, mouthwashes, and flosses and still gets at least one cavity a year. Unfortunately it's just one of those things.
Reply:A Cavity is caused by certain types of acid-producing bacteria which cause damage in the presence of fermentable carbohydrates such as sucrose, fructose, and glucose. The resulting acidic levels in the mouth affect teeth because a tooth's special mineral content causes it to be sensitive to low pH. Specifically, a tooth (which is primarily mineral in content) is in a constant state of back-and-forth demineralization and remineralization between the tooth and surrounding saliva. When the pH at the surface of the tooth drops below 5.5, demineralization proceeds faster than remineralization (i.e. there is a net loss of mineral structure on the tooth's surface). This results in the ensuing decay. Depending on the extent of tooth destruction, various treatments can be used to restore teeth to proper form, function, and aesthetics, but there is no known method to regenerate large amounts of tooth structure. Instead, dental health organizations advocate preventive and prophylactic measures, such as regular oral hygiene and dietary modifications, to avoid dental caries





Dental caries is an infectious disease which damages the structures of teeth. Tooth decay or cavities are consequences of caries. If left untreated, the disease can lead to pain, tooth loss, infection, and, in severe cases, death
Reply:Some people have thicker tooth enamel than others and genetically just have stronger teeth. But this is only part of the problem. Do you drink bottled water of flurodised water? If you drink bottled do you use a fluride toothpaste. There is no douby that fluride protects teeth from decay.


Although you dont eat sweets or gum do you drink fizzy drinks and /or fruit juice because these also cause cavities.


Keep up your cleaning and start flossing also. Hopefully you'll be ok next time.
Reply:Speaking as a person that is 40 and has never had a cavity...I can tell you it is 50% genetics and 50% hygiene. My dad brushed his teeth several times a day but he still got cavities. He had weak teeth.





As a kid I only brushed my teeth once a day...I never flossed...and I never got a cavity.





There are things you can have done to help...like flouride treatments and enamel bond type material put on your teeth...but that is all up to your dentist.





For some people it is just a part of life. Keep up the good care of your teeth or it could get worse.





Also might think about improving your diet. Do you get enough calcium and protien. Look up dietary requirements that help teeth and make sure you get the right foods in your diet in the right amounts. That might help.


Can I have two cavities on my tooth?

I noticed that there are two small red marks/spots on my tooth and I think they are cavities. But is it possible to have two cavities on one tooth? I never heard of that before? So will the doctor put two fillings on my tooth or one big filling?

Can I have two cavities on my tooth?
You most certainly can have two cavities on one tooth...there are many tooth surfaces and you can have a cavity on each of them, get them taken care of so that the cavity doesn't spread..don't wait until it starts hurting to have it taken care of. when the cavities are filled you may not have that much natural tooth structure left so.. depending on how deep they are you may need a crown. but see your dentist soon
Reply:Yeah
Reply:yep, sure is. you can have three cavities on one tooth.
Reply:Yeah you can have two sorry to say I had two once and they had to put a cap on it ! Good Luck!
Reply:wow two cavaties


that sux


i guess it can happen then
Reply:Yes you can have 2 cavities on one tooth. I had 4 on one and 3 on another and 2 each on a couple more.
Reply:Sorry to hear the news, cavities are the worst.





It is possible to have two cavities. This happens when plaque and other substances are on two different parts of the tooth. Depending on the size of the cavities, the dentist should use to small filings for two small cavities.
Reply:Yes you can have 2 cavities on one tooth. The dentist may fill both cavities or just connect them as one, depends on how close and large they are. Also just because you have brown spots doesn't mean its a cavity. This could be staining. You should go to your dentist to be sure.


No cavities?

is it suppose to be possible to skip brushing my teeth and skip using the antibacterial mouth wash for several months and not have cavities? even though sugar consumption wasn't that low

No cavities?
Yes it is possible, not everyone get's cavities even though they have terrible homecare. Right now dental research is trying to solve that very question. Current thoughts are depending on what type of bacteria you were exposed too as a infant/toddler, can determine how much dental decay you can get. They also believe that genetics can play a role as well. That being said, please don't skip brushing and flossing for months, yuck. Think of your friends and family when you are talking to them. Bad breath? Yeah!!
Reply:Maybe
Reply:Could be. One thing is that tea (either iced or hot) is shown to prevent cavities.
Reply:Yes it's possibles sometimes the reason why people get cavities or bad teeth in general is because of genetics.
Reply:Because this is the internet, I can confide to you that when I was 15-16 it wasn't uncommon for me to skip a month of teeth brushing and I've yet to have a cavity. But to be fair, I drank a lot of milk and water back then too. I brush my teeth twice a day anymore.
Reply:its possible but really grose. Eeeeeeeeew
Reply:well the odour would probably kill anyone who'd try to check if u hv any cavities
Reply:It's possible, but not likely, unless you happen to have very good genes. You are mostlikely setting yourself up for a fall by not taking care of your teeth. It will mostlikely catch up with you at some point, when it's too late. Once your teeth are gone, they're gone... so get into the habit of not only brushing every day, but flossing every day. Flossing is far more important than rinsing with an antibacterial wash.
Reply:Go to El Paso to smell Jack's breath. You'd smell it the moment you entered the county, and it would linger in your nostrils till eternity. It's probably possible but your breath would probably still peel paint off of walls.
Reply:it is possible
Reply:it's possible but why would you want to

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How do they fill cavities between teeth?

I think I have a cavity between two of my teeth in the lower left quadrant, it's slightly painful and when i floss the floss just shreds. I also think I can just about see a little brown spot on the front facing surface of one of the teeth, although it's difficult to tell. I haven't been to the dentist for many years, and have never had any fillings before. How do they fill cavities between teeth? Do they go in from the side or the top? Does it hurt? And will it be a silver filling or a white one? Thanks for your help!

How do they fill cavities between teeth?
Fillings between the teeth are VERY common. They are referred to as MO (mesial occlusal), DO (distal occlusal) or MOD (mesial distal occlusal) fillings.... this refers to the surface or surfaces of the teeth that are being filled. Distal being towards the back of the mouth... mesial being towards the front of the mouth... and occlusal being the top of the tooth. Other surfaces are the buccal or facial surface which is towards the cheek, the lingual surface which is towards the tongue and the incisal edge which is the tip of a front tooth as there is no occlusal (top).





The dentist will perform the procedure by going in from the top (or occlusal) surface of the tooth. After the prep has been made to the tooth and the caries have been removed, a metal band called a matrix band is placed around the tooth so the filling can be placed without interferring with the tooth beside it.





Xrays taken at regular cleanings and exams are necessary to be able to diagnose cavities in between the teeth as they cannot always be detected by doing just an exam.
Reply:They go from the top and as long as it isn't so deep that it goes into the root, it will not be painful.





They will do an x-ray to check the damage and will do a white filling if you ask. Stay away from metal fillings, just in case your dentist is old fashioned and still using mercury fillings.
Reply:I have gotten lots of fillings, and if you think you have a cavity, go see your local dentist! I have had several before, and they fill it with, well, a filling. It's like glue. And, no, it doesn't hurt. They numb your mouth for you, so it's completely painless. As for the color of the filling, it depends on what your dentist has. But you can ask him/her, and they'll tell you for sure. Good luck!


Capacities of the cranial cavities?

if the capacities of the cranial cavities of a certain population are apprximately normally distributed with a mean of 1400cc and a standard deviation of 125, find the probability that a randomly selected person from the given population will have a cranial cavity capacity greater than 1450cc

Capacities of the cranial cavities?
Start with the equation for a Gaussian probability distribution (random distribution)





f(x) = {e^-[(x-u)^2] / 2s^2} / [s * (2*pi)^0.5]





where


x = the cranial capacity in cc


u = the mean of the sample (1400 cc)


s = standard deviation = 125


pi = 3.14159





1) Integrate this equation and find the area under the curve from -infinity to +infinity


Call this a1





2) integrate the equation from 1450 cc to +infinity


call this a2





The ratio of the answers from 2 and 1 equal the probability that the cranial capacity exceeds 1450





p = a2/a1





Hope this helps,





-Guru


Do cavities always get worse even if taken care of? cuz I can't get to a dentist...?

I have temporary nervous system damage that has left me homebound. Recently, I noticed my very back of my last tooth on the right hand side has broken off a peice. It was cracked, now it has a hole in it. I think it might be black on the inside of the hole but I can't tell if it is or its just a shadow, the rest of the tooth isn't discolored. Anyhow, it doesn't really hurt. If I brush 3 times a day and rinse with salt water can I ward off infection until I am well enough to go to the dentist? Or does anyone know how to find a dentist who makes house calls in Rhode Island? Do cavities always get worse even if you take special care of them? I am already on a diet of pureed food because I have trouble swallowing btw. Thanks. Also do all teeth that rot get infected or can teeth just rot right out without an infection as long as you keep bacteria at bay? (mine isn't but just like to think of all worse case scenarios.)

Do cavities always get worse even if taken care of? cuz I can't get to a dentist...?
Your cavity/broken tooth will get worse if you don't have it taken care of by a dentist. The rate at which it gets worse varies from person to person, but it is inevitable. If a tooth has decay that travels to the pulp, or nerve of the tooth, the tooth will die and become infected. Then the only thing that can be done is to remove the dead, infected material by removing the tooth, or removing and replacing the pulp/nerve, by having a root canal. Most root canal treated teeth will require a crown to prevent the tooth from fracturing.


I hope you recover quickly and can see a dentist soon.
Reply:Once the rot gets inside, it may stay infected even if you brush the surface. This is a question for dentists where you live. Try calling the local dental society and asking for help. It would be difficult for a dentist to make a house call because they wouldn't have the right equipment or lighting with them. Their might be a mobile dental unit, however, that could drive up to your house if you can come out. Or, their might be a local service like Faith in Action (www.faithinaction.org), where a volunteer could drive you to the dentist.
Reply:Leaving any tooth ailment untreated is dangerous, particularly if you are ill to begin with. The bacteria can spread to the brain causing a stroke. It may also run through your blood stream causing sepsis. Please find away to see a dentist. Consult one of your doctors.
Reply:The tooth can get worse even if you do that. the best thing to do is go to the dentist. because youre already sick, the infection of the tooth can worsen your condition


Tooth cavities from fake sugar?

Does aspertame or other synthetic sugar cause cavities to the same extent as conventional sugar?

Tooth cavities from fake sugar?
No, they do not cause cavities at all - they are not sugar. Have as much as you would like.


However, diet soda that contains synthetic sugar is still bad for you because of the acid.


Hope that helped!!

Baby Teeth

Will 2 12 oz. sodas a day cause cavities if I brush and floss 2 times a day?

I just got 6 cavities filled and am brushing and flossing every day. I have always brushed daily usually 2 times but never flossed till recently. I don't eat much candy and the major sugar I get is from soda. I've tried to stop completely but I love Jones cream soda and Stewart's cream soda. They taste so good I want to keep drinking them. I've been told the cavities were from not flossing much which I'm doing plenty now. So if I keep brushing 2 times a day and flossing daily will that prevent danger from drinking the soda? Should I drink less than 2 a day?

Will 2 12 oz. sodas a day cause cavities if I brush and floss 2 times a day?
I don't want to be to technical on you, so lets jst say that the longer your teeth have the sugar (or acid) from them from the soda the more likely it will cause a problem. The issue isn't necessarily the amount of sugar, but the length of time your teeth are exposed. So sipping on one sugary drink a day is the (dental) equivalent of quickly drinking 6 sodas a day .... because your teeth have the sugar on them for a long time in both cases. You can help by- at the very least- rinsing your mouth out with water after a soda. If you can brush, that would be better. The idea is to get the pH in the mouth back to neutral. The longer the pH is altered, the more likely of developing a cavity.





Be sure to continue your brushing and flossing daily. Also, topical fluoride (like a rinse, or fluoride toothpaste) helps reduce cavities, just don't eat or drink immediately after using it or it'll lose it's effectiveness.





So, if you love your creme soda go ahead and enjoy it, just remember to take care of your teeth while doing so!
Reply:no
Reply:i wouldn't think so
Reply:I think some people are just predisposed to having more cavities than others. Eliminating all sugar from your diet wouldn't hurt, but it's probably not going to help either. Enjoy your sodas, but you might want to brush immediately after you drink them. Couldn't hurt.......
Reply:im not a dentist but. soda has acid and sugar. so bushing will take the sugar and way and flossing will take away anything u missed. but the acid is harder to get rid of. so try drinking water. after u drink the soda to dilute the soda.





and use floride rinse in the night before going to bed. i think crest just came out with a floride rinse. ur densit could give u a stronger version.





and use some drinking water with a floride rinse.





hope this helps.
Reply:you should stop drinking 2 sodas every day.its not good for your health, your increasing the risk of high blood sugar and other things.
Reply:Could you switch at least to one soda? Or some juice or something? It is good that you floss - I also floss and brush during lunchtime too.
Reply:yes its possible.


Will 2 12 oz. sodas a day cause cavities if I brush and floss 2 times a day?

I just got 6 cavities filled and am brushing and flossing every day. I have always brushed daily usually 2 times but never flossed till recently. I don't eat much candy and the major sugar I get is from soda. I've tried to stop completely but I love Jones cream soda and Stewart's cream soda. They taste so good I want to keep drinking them. I've been told the cavities were from not flossing much which I'm doing plenty now. So if I keep brushing 2 times a day and flossing daily will that prevent danger from drinking the soda? Should I drink less than 2 a day?

Will 2 12 oz. sodas a day cause cavities if I brush and floss 2 times a day?
I don't want to be to technical on you, so lets jst say that the longer your teeth have the sugar (or acid) from them from the soda the more likely it will cause a problem. The issue isn't necessarily the amount of sugar, but the length of time your teeth are exposed. So sipping on one sugary drink a day is the (dental) equivalent of quickly drinking 6 sodas a day .... because your teeth have the sugar on them for a long time in both cases. You can help by- at the very least- rinsing your mouth out with water after a soda. If you can brush, that would be better. The idea is to get the pH in the mouth back to neutral. The longer the pH is altered, the more likely of developing a cavity.





Be sure to continue your brushing and flossing daily. Also, topical fluoride (like a rinse, or fluoride toothpaste) helps reduce cavities, just don't eat or drink immediately after using it or it'll lose it's effectiveness.





So, if you love your creme soda go ahead and enjoy it, just remember to take care of your teeth while doing so!
Reply:no
Reply:i wouldn't think so
Reply:I think some people are just predisposed to having more cavities than others. Eliminating all sugar from your diet wouldn't hurt, but it's probably not going to help either. Enjoy your sodas, but you might want to brush immediately after you drink them. Couldn't hurt.......
Reply:im not a dentist but. soda has acid and sugar. so bushing will take the sugar and way and flossing will take away anything u missed. but the acid is harder to get rid of. so try drinking water. after u drink the soda to dilute the soda.





and use floride rinse in the night before going to bed. i think crest just came out with a floride rinse. ur densit could give u a stronger version.





and use some drinking water with a floride rinse.





hope this helps.
Reply:you should stop drinking 2 sodas every day.its not good for your health, your increasing the risk of high blood sugar and other things.
Reply:Could you switch at least to one soda? Or some juice or something? It is good that you floss - I also floss and brush during lunchtime too.
Reply:yes its possible.


Anyone else feel embarrassed when the dentist finds cavities?

I always feel ashamed and as though I'm a naughty kid getting a telling off when I go to the dentist and he says I have cavities, I don't know why, I mean that's his job, right?! Anyone else the same? I have an appointment in a few weeks and I've just found yet ANOTHER cavity in my teeth lol!

Anyone else feel embarrassed when the dentist finds cavities?
I know. I always feel that way too, and I'm a dental hygienist. The thing is, I do not, for a minute, think less of somebody when the dentist finds a cavity. I usually feel more concerned when I see a lot of soft plaque that I know has been there for at least a week, and then they get all worked up about why they have cavities. The bottom line is, everyone has a different pH in their mouths, making them more or less susceptible to cavities. Homecare is the other factor. If you don't do your part, you are putting yourself at higher risk for decay. So, unless you are lacking majorly on the homecare, don't feel naughty for having a cavity. It happens.
Reply:haha. i dont know why, but yeah i do.
Reply:i've never gotten a cavity
Reply:Tell your dentist to be a little nicer with the commenting %26amp; I have a cavity or to also I'm a major SWEET TOOTH!
Reply:Yeah I'm always dreading them finding one. I can feel her checking each tooth in turn and then she stops at one and I'm like "Oh no :("





She hasn't found any yet though so I'm safe for now.
Reply:Nooooo. I 've never be ashame of having cavities. I was very ashame of laughing when I was in Jr. high, because I have crooked teeth , but after having braces I don'n feel embarrase anymore. Don't worry about it Buddy
Reply:The first time I had one I was totally upset and embaressed but my dentist told me that I have excellent hygeine and sometimes these things just happen and not to worry about it, just keep up the brushing and lossing. I wasn't lectured or anything and didn't get my first one until I was 22 years old. I have had 3 fillings. remember that some people have softer teeth. unless you eat a lot of sugary junk food, don't brush and drink tons of soda you probably can't help it right?
Reply:I agree,it kinda makes you feel like your being judged.
Reply:oh yeah but some people dont eat candy or sweets like me the only reason i had 4 filings and 15 sealants is because i have unusally deep molars
Reply:Hello, tell you what, their are about four legitimate reasons for having cavities. (1)...This one you can expect , poor dental hygiene practices, failure to properly brush your teeth on a regular basis...or (2) Extensive use of recreational drugs...addiction if you will, and then (3) You may actually be the victim of lousy family genes. Yep, bad teeth genes are a reality just as is the passing on of some diseases., and then (4) If you have a chronic health issue, one that requires you to take an ongoing medication, both the health issue and or the medication can create tooth problems, one health issue in particular that often causes tooth problems is Diabetes.....Given all that, let me applaud you for (biting the bullet ) as they say, and going to the dentist anyway....you know of course that when he sits down beside you as your laid out in the dental chair, you can reach over and take a firm grasp on a "tender" part of his anatomy and say, "were not going to hurt one another are we?"...OK, good luck and I wish you well.
Reply:Isn't that their job?


Are you embarrassed when they change your oil?
Reply:ew yes i always feel like that. i dont like going to the dentist because of it too.

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Can you get cavities if you maintain good dental hygiene?

I believe I have good dental hygiene. I brush three times a day (morning, after lunch and before going to bed). And I use mouth washes after lunch and dinner. Recently, I noticed a spot at which it shows early stage of a cavity. I am frustrated, because I though I did everything I could to take care of my teeth but I guess not. Are there any other causes to cavities I should be watching out for??





Thanks.

Can you get cavities if you maintain good dental hygiene?
cavities are 2 factors... heredity and how you care for your teeth. some people have softer enamel or have chemicals dat make acids in theyre mouth naturally
Reply:yes, it's possible. some people just have softer enamel than others. (thanks mom for passing that onto me.)
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Reply:yeah it never runs out
Reply:Drinking soda, eating sweets and not brushing afterward can also cause cavities. Ask your dentist to recommend a toothpaste that can help stop and prevent cavities.
Reply:be calm


u cant be frustrated for this silly thing


contact ur dentist


it also matter how u brush
Reply:You said you brushed three times a day, but how often do you floss? Brushing your teeth won't get rid of every bit of food in your mouth. You have to floss to get in the tight spots. If not, the food will sit in your mouth. When your food sits there like that, your teeth will begin to decay. Also, make sure you go to the dentist regularly to prevent plaque buildup.
Reply:Cavities are cause by Dental caries which is induce by microorganism that creates acids in the surface/grooves of enamel. not only our hygiene affects formation of dental caries but also the way we eat, way we brush and what kind of mouthwash we use. For information foods with lots of Carbohydrates and Sugar causes more dental caries (Microorganism + Sugar/CHO = end product Acids- which can burndown enamel surface causing cavities. Toothbrushing helps removing plaque but it would be best if use dental floss to remove impaction of plaque it between the tooth. Mouthwash with Chlorhexidine is good Oral Mouthwash(bactidol Gargle, Orahex) Systemical Disease also causes Dental decay like xerostomia- reduce saliva. Hope this info helps you.
Reply:You know I'm wondering if having a more acidic saliva has anything do to with developing cavities because I am like you, taking excellent care of my teeth and yet find I suffer the occassional cavity........so frustrating.
Reply:Yes annyone can get a cavity..Its just if you have good dental hygiene the risk off having one is slighty smaller..Annyone can get a cavity..





You need to see your dentist,


Gd Luck x
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I have 3 cavities and i have to wait two months to get them filled!! please help meee!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

i went to the dentist on the 15th of this month and found out i have 3 cavities. im 15 years old and i already lost all my teeth and i currently have braces for over a year now and i get them off january 2008. one of my cavities is on top on one of my molars and i have two on my last molar and on the one before the last. well i got an appointment for the 17th and 24th of july to get them filled but im going to be out of town because of family for that whole month and i had to change my appointment for the 7th and 8th of august. well my question is from today i have to wait a little over two months to get them filled and im really scared that it will get worse and i will have to get a root canal?

I have 3 cavities and i have to wait two months to get them filled!! please help meee!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Well, if you are not in pain and the cavities are not large and near the nerve, two months won't kill you. You should get rid of the soda altogether because sugar in the soda is turned to acid by cavity causing germs which melts your teeth. Then there is acid as a preservative in soda so even diet soda melts your teeth. Candy, gum, mints are all possible sources of sugar. Once you start getting cavities, it doesn't take a lot to keep the process rolling and new cavities from forming so you should eliminate it for a while and stop feeding the "sugar bugs" as we call them to our children patients.
Reply:It possibly will considering it is on your molars. You should call the dentist to see if there is anything you can do while you wait to get the cavities filled in the mean time. Drink any soda's or juices from a straw because that can reduce the amount of cavities than you already have. Maybe she can give you something or recommend you something if you have any pain. I have had cavities since I was a toddler. I hope this helps.
Reply:Brush a couple times a day and use an oral rinse. If you are experiencing any discomfort, you can buy temporary filling material at any drug store.
Reply:Are you a hillbilly? The reason I ask is that hillbillies also find it difficult to care for their teeth? Are you?
Reply:Stop the sweets (AND YES THAT MEANS SODA) and brush 3 times a day. Drink water only.





Keep your teeth super clean and you should not suffer much more damage before you go. DO NOT go to bed with any food in your teeth. Never leave Milk or dairy on your teeth overnight. These this will increase the damage if your teeth are not kept clean.


Can I fix cavities with flouride treatments and flossing?

My dentist told me I have 6 cavities. I think he is trying to rip me off because I got 5 fillings just 1 year ago, and I'm pretty good at brushing. He says I'm 'extra susceptible' to cavities. This will cost me $1000 out of pocket to get these fillings, plus the 6 months of tooth sensitivity that occurred last time. If I promise to floss and fluoride everyday, and cut out soda, can I fix these on my own?

Can I fix cavities with flouride treatments and flossing?
I've seen people reduce cavities by drinking raw milk and raw butter. In your case, I would seek second opinion. Also if you want to save money in case you decide to get your cavities filled look into the DentalService4Less membership. Good luck! Let me know (email) if raw milk/butter diet helped!
Reply:cavities aren't fixable on your own they have to be filled so they don't spread
Reply:Depends on how deep the cavities are. If some are still in the enamel layer of your teeth (outtermost layer), the caries can be reversed. However, if it has penetrated to within your dentinal layer (middle layer), then the caries will need to be removed.





If you aren't sure about the diagnosis given by your dentist, you should obtain a second opinion, just to see what another professional has to say.
Reply:If you have a diet with frequent sugar intake then you are more susecsptible to getting decay/cavities in your teeth as they are constantly under attack. when you eat food or drinks containing sugar the pH level in your mouth becomes very acidic "danger zone" and can take up to an hour to go back to a neutral pH which we call the "safe zone" so frequent drinking of soda and sweets mean you are frequently in the "danger zone" - if this sounds like your diet then you may well have new cavities.





Early signs of decay are "white spot lesions" where most ppl refer to these marks as calcium coming out of the teeth. The enamel of the tooth is attacked by the acid formed by the plaque and sugars, At this stage the decay can be "stopped" with the use of strong fluoride and perfect oral hygiene, brushing flossing and mouth wash.





But once the decay has broken the enamel and a "cavity" has formed then you have to have it treated by a dentist. Decay can spread quickly inside the tooth leaving a large cavity underneath the tiny hole on the surface.





If left untreated the decay will eventually reach the nerve and more complex treatment like Root canal treatment will be required if you wish to save the tooth.





Best advice is to speak to your dentist/hygienist and have them explain and show you where the cavities are and also to look at your diet and see how much and how frequently you consume sugar, just think eg if you have sugar in your tea and have 3 or 4 cups a day , thats 3 or 4 attacks. Check food labels for hidden sugars in foods like ketchup, yogurt and backed beans! If having Soda or sugary drinks have them with a meal where your teeth are under attack already, this is the "safest" time for these drinks.
Reply:Cavities are Decay. Decay spreads. You cannot cure a cavity without removing the decay. I don't know many dentists who are out there to rip you off. They would make a lot more money off of you with cosmetic work or if you wait until the decay spreads you could need onlays, crowns and eventually root canals. Think about $1000 minimum per tooth by doing nothing! Ask your dentist if they use a "caries indicator dye" Once the soft/visible decay is removed they can put the dye on your tooth and it will change color to make sure all of the decay is removed before you invest in the fillings and you can ask to see where the decay is. Most offices can take photos to show you. My concern is why do you think your dentist is scamming you? If there is any reason you do not trust your dentist's judgment I would find another one who you do trust.


How quickly can cavities develop?

I went to the dentist in July and he said I didn't have any cavities, but since this morning I've had a bit of a toothache in one of my bottom molars. It's not really bad, I've been taking ibuprofen which has been helping with the pain, but it's been there all day and doesn't seem to be getting any better.





I do clench and grind my teeth quite a lot, but usually if I've been clenching particularly badly I get pain in all my molars, not just one, and it tends to be in the upper ones more than the bottom ones.





I just wondered if it was possible that I could have developed a cavity since I saw the dentist 3 months ago? Or what else might be wrong?

How quickly can cavities develop?
They can develop very quickly (1 month after I saw my dentist and was given the all clear, I had to go back. lol). I suggest you make another appointment.





PS Regarding clenching your teeth I once asked a question which you might like to refer to.


http://uk.answers.yahoo.com/question/ind...
Reply:Cavities start to develop in a 24 hour period.
Reply:You may not be having cavities, the pain could be due to bruxism. From http://aches.in/bruxism.html
Reply:x-ray are don't taken every time you see the dentist so you could have one but it hadn't broken though the enamel,


if they was is is a filling with in the tooth a apart of the filling could have broken off as you said you clench and grind your tooth, of they could have been some decay under one of the filling which could don't been seen on the x-ray.


i would book an appointment with the dentist and if you don't floss then please start to a holes can start in between the teeth, or the pain could be due to food trapping.


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How will the dentist get rid of my cavities in between my front teeth? whats are the cons of this?

Ive seen cavities between my front teeth under the light of my phone but you cant actually see it visibly. What will the dentist do exactly to fix this?


If i get fillings will it still be ok if i floss there or will that take my fillings off? How long does it take cavities form and how long do fillings last?? PLEASE HELP I HAVE REALLY BAD TEETH :,(

How will the dentist get rid of my cavities in between my front teeth? whats are the cons of this?
A clear cut answer:





-caries " cavities" in anterior teeth digs more in the back surface "palatal", than the face "labial surface".. so when u see is very small in the labial surface it's mostly big inside ..


-caries in anterior teeth reaches the pulp fast, because the tooth substance is not thick " narow enamel and denten" . making it more difficult to treat.


-caries in anterior teeth makes the look bad as it's very obvious.





these three causes make it important to visit ur dentist to have a fillings..





the filling will be the same shade as ur teeth.


the filling will be in the contour of ur teeth, so we maintain the interdental spaces, and u can floss as u want and good fillings will not be affected..
Reply:Dentists can usually drill out the cavities and replace them with fillings. Fillings can be made to match, or closely match your natural tooth color. You can also have crowns put on, depending on how much damage has been done. Fillings and crowns are usually difficult to dislodge, so flossing should not be a problem.
Reply:I had something like that - a chipped tooth and one that was dark (I knocked it about as a child jumping into the swimming pool). The dentist capped both of the teeth, it cost a lot but was worth it. I guess that is what she/he will do.





Yes, you can still floss, in fact you get so used to the crowns you don't even remember they are not your real teeth.





Good luck! Your lovely smile will soon be right back!!


Why so many cavities?

why do we have so many cavities today than past times? is it our diets? i drink no soda, or juice, floss daily brush with toothpast and perscription flouride, and use mouthwash!! so why do i still get cavities? i also limit my sugar, and sticky foods.....are there any web sites out there that have any theorys pertaining to a " diet for healthy teeth?" or and theorys at all??? please share! BTW im not vegetarian or vegen...i get plenty of dairy and calcuim!

Why so many cavities?
in a typical American diet, there's usually not enough fluoride, calcium, vitamin D, phosporous, and other bone-building material for our teeth. but I found an interesting article you can look at...
Reply:Perhaps it's your genes. Some people are born to have healthy teeth due to the genes that allow them to have so, others may not have it. So it also depends on whether your parents, grandparents ....and so on in your family have healthy teeth. Do you visit your dentist twice a year?
Reply:There has been some new research relating high cause of cavities to a specific bacteria on the back of the tongue.


Ask your dentist about it.
Reply:Multifactorial-the causes of cavities that is.If you said your diet is ok and that you maintain proper oral hygiene,then it could be other factors: heredity is one, endocrine disturbances,physical condition of patient(age,pregnancy),the structural quality of tooth,malpositioned teeth,developmental defects,occupational influences,physical nature of food,composition of saliva(thin and watery saliva is ok but thick saliva is not good),exciting factors-meaning bacteria present within the mouth-it could be acid producing bacteria,et.al (acidogenic,acidophilic,proteolytic,prot... type of bacteria).
Reply:I think it has a lot to do with diet. I read somewhere (I can't remember where, or I'd link it, but I remember the pictures vividly) of a study done on oral health of "western" societies vs. those in more "primitive" societies, like hunter-gatherers. This group of hunter-gatherers in the center of the study was being introduced to western diets, and as time when on, their teeth (which before had been pretty healthy) began to decay, with gum disease, cavities, rotting teeth, etc.





Not only people, but animals that before had healthy teeth are being negatively impacted by modern diets. There are cases of racoons getting cavities after living off restaurant garbage dumps and such. (And have you seen a dog's mouth after it's been living off of canned dog food? Eech! Although that has a lot to do with lack of mechanical cleaning, too, which dry dog food provides at least some.)





I just think it's amazing... There are literally hundreds of different types of edible plants out there, yet nowadays we live off roughly twenty of them. And sugar is in EVERYTHING. Yet for the most part of human evolution, sugars were a rare thing, very much a treat -- that's why our tongues are so sensitive to it.





Genetics for sure play a role in how sensitive each in individual is to decay risk, but I think diet has a lot to do with it. There's no way that it is natural for so many people to have bad oral health as there are in today's world. Something is definitely off somewhere.


What will happen if i dont get my cavities filled now?

when i was 14 i went to the dentist and the doc said i have 4 cavities. well my mom never got them filled for me and not because she didnt have the money but because she just wasnt the best mom. now at 20 i recently had a baby and my mom had me move to pittsburgh with her to make up for things. well 2 nights ago i was eating and peices of one of my teeth that has a cavity fell out. now the hole is huge i have a lot of pain in my head and side of face. she told me she would get it filled then blew it off. this morning it is even worse the pain that is. and i told her she needs to take me and she freaked out and said it will be a long while until she could do that and basicly wont even let me make an apointment. i just moved here so i do not have a job and now she is kicking me and my baby out over the issue . so im wounder how bad this is if its hurting and bleeding a little. and what i should do i do not have a job or car. im moving back to in. can iget insurence since i have a baby?

What will happen if i dont get my cavities filled now?
you will have to get root canals later!
Reply:Your tooth will rot out.
Reply:Better go right away- you can get a abscess - a infection in your face that could travel somewhere else in your body! Don't delay dental work it could turn into a serious illness! It happened to my ex- he had to get brain surgery-abscess traveled to his brain! It was a nightmare!
Reply:you'll look old
Reply:They will continue to get bigger and you might want to get the major ones filled now and wait until your ready finiancialy.


If the dentist says get them done now i would.
Reply:Well I had to have a molar extracted and a root canal %26amp; crown on another. Not fun.
Reply:It will rot your entire tooth and you will need a root canal.
Reply:If it fell out then the nerve is exposed. You probably need a root canal. Just had one last month...it wasn't pleasant or cheap. Sorry.
Reply:the caviatie will eventually get bigger and deeper then u will have a ton of pain in ur mouth thenu will have to get major surjury.
Reply:The cavaties will get bigger and eventually get into the root.


Once there you have no other option than to have a root canal done.


Your teeth will become very sensitive to hot and cold as well!
Reply:Yes you should be able to get insurance! Please go check and as for your tooth it will only get worse!!! You need to have it filled. You could end up losing it!!! I would go!
Reply:You'll have to get a root canal (which is 100 times worse),


You tooth and probably other teeth will rot out, and you will be known as "Yuck mouth" by everyone you know.
Reply:Try state aid, they provide dental and this sounds like a bad problem. You have to see a dentist.
Reply:wen i was little i had really bad cavities in my two back teeth and i had to get root canals this past january because i couldnt get them filled earlier cuz i was 2 little.
Reply:The answer is YES!!! you have broke the tooth and it is going to need some major repair and possibly be extracted and a new one made for its place. apply for insurance. you are really going to need it.
Reply:Ya that is really sad...sorry to say but your mom sounds really mean! You should have gotten them filled as soon as they got there...but like you said that really wasn't an option. Maybe you could go see if you can get insurance, I can just imagine the pain and discomfort...ouch! Try your best to get into the dentist, because if you leave it, it will only get worse, and possibly infected.
Reply:go to the emergency room if you cant get seen in a clinic. It can get infected and not to scare you, but infections in your gum line is too close to the brain for comfort. You don't want to mess with dental infections. I had one and my dentist sent me home with the words: "Come back in 2 days and for God's sake, don't die on me". Scary as heck, but I was the idiot that waited 2 months to get an infected tooth fixed and I was playing Russian Roullette apparently, so please get it checked out.
Reply:At 20 years old you should be able to take care of yourself. If you don't get your cavities filled eventually your head will rot out and fall off.





It is thought that the Egyptian pharoah, King Tut, died from a tooth infection because x-rays of his mummy revealed one side of his jaw eaten away. This stuff can kill you.
Reply:The reason that your tooth fell out is because the cavity grew and did basically what coke would do to your teeth. You are in bad shape. You need to buy a sonicare tooth brush and some good mouthwash after scheduling an appointment to the dentist. Hope everything goes well!
Reply:You should get you and the baby on medicaid , they cover dental , as long as it isn't cosmetic , (like braces or teeth whitening ) , they will drill it out and fill it in . If you want more info on it e-mail me , and i'll get it for you !
Reply:I'd try and get in somewhere (even to a walk in hospital clinic) to at least get a prescription for an antibiotic for the infection/pain.





I work in a dental office and can tell you from personal experience most people who call or walk in with the same situations end up having the teeth pulled (it's expensive for a root canal).





Maybe try explaining to your mom how important your teeth are, and that you at least need to get in to get the teeth that can be saved fixed while it's still possible.





Good Luck, I hope everything works out for you.
Reply:Your teeth can get crooked and it will be hard to eat. DO something now before it catches up with you in your old age.
Reply:kinda same situation as me...no car but i also have kids...so i depend on who is available that i know that will give me a ride since hubby is at work all day. You may not have friends that will take you simply to the dentist but since your 20 years old i think that you need to take a step up and if people cant do things for you then what do you do then? you do it yourself! right? these are the kinds of things i learn...doing it yourself may be taking a bus...asking a neighbor...those things, and i dont know why you havent looked into insurance already...this is the first thing you need to do!
Reply:You should be able to go to the Welwafe department and explain to them the situation that you are in. They should know of a place like a homeless shelter or a woman's house that you could stay in temp. As for your tooth, if you were to go to the hospital, they are not allowed to deny you servies because you have no insurance. You could at least get a shot or something for pain. Also, you should qualify for Food Stamps and yes, an insurance card. In most states, you can get emergency medical insurance.


Your tooth will only get worse if you let it go any longer. If you are loosing pieces off of it, it will not be too much longer before the entire nerve ending will be bare and let me tell you, that is very painful.
Reply:if you do not get your teeth filled soon. Your tooth can decay further. if you do not get dental attention soon. The nerves that connect to your teeth can eventually become exposed.





I guarantee you that you will be crying from the pain if your tooth becomes infected. Tooth pain can be extremely painful.


Tooth extraction may be another course of action if you do not seek dental care.





Your best bet is to try to preserve healthy teeth and get them fixed as soon as you can. Having infected teeth can make you sick or it could jepardize your life if you don't get antibiotics to kill the infection. Tooth extractions are very painful as well.





I just had one of my teeth extracted at the University of Michigan hospital last week. I had the most painful head and facial pain after my tooth was extracted.





Basically, the choice is yours. Get it fixed or don't get it fixed.


I must warn you that you will be sorry if you don't get treatment soon.





Good Luck
Reply:Go to the emergency room. Theyll pull it for you. When you get some money you can get an implant. Dont let it go it can get infected and become life threatening. And in the future please do not trust your mother again she apparently has issues.
Reply:Whoa, your obviously in what is called "between a rock and a hard place"...Your first priority of course is to see that your child is safe and taken care of. Once you have accomplished that you can begin to deal with your dental issues because from how you describe them their only going to get worse and can cause some serious health issues for you. First check and see if there is a Dental College near enough that you can get to it..if there is you need to call the schools "Out Patient Clinic" as they can provide the dental services you need and given your financial circumstances I suspect those services will be Free...or, call your local hospital and see if they have a Dental Internship Program. If they do, those types of facilities operate much like the Out Patient Clinic of a dental school...graduate dentists provide dental services and the fees are based on your ability to pay. Dental issues you describe you have can become very serious so don't delay in seeing how you can go about getting them taken care of. I wish you well and Good luck.
Reply:If you let them go to long you will either have to get root canals or have the teeth extracted. You however need to get to the dentist right away to take care of the immediate problem. You may have an infection . Going untreated will cause further problems. I to let some of my teeth go without getting small cavitys fixed now I need either sevral root canals or have the teeth extracted and get a partial denture that I don't want. Try contacting you local welfare office to see if you can get any kind of assistance to help pay for your bill. Good luck

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Is it safe to have cavities filled during pregnancy?

I am 32 weeks pregnant and went to the dentist today. I need to have two cavities filled next week. Is it safe?

Is it safe to have cavities filled during pregnancy?
It is safe...just tell the dentist that you are pregnant and they will alter things to make it safer. I work in a dental surgery and pregnant women get surgery all the time, they are fine.





IF they take a xray they will put a lead blanket over your stomach so you will be safe. but sometimes a xray is not necessary
Reply:You're not usually allowed to have epinephrine, which helps the numbing stuff work. I had gotten a few filled while I was pregnant and they had to keep giving me more shots. Normally I numb reallllly easy, but I could still feel the pain. I just didn't want any more shots. But to answer your question, yes it normally is safe. My dentist made me get an okay from my OBGYN.
Reply:Yeah, no problems. I had one filled the other day. They weren't able to use the white colored filling because it needs UV light to dry in place, so I could only have the silver color but it was my rearest molar so i went ahead and did it.





EDIT: I didn't have a problem with my shot. It wore off pretty quickly but he had my tooth filled so quickly, he just did two shots in the beginning and I was all set. My mouth was completely fine by the time I walked out to my car though which is never the case.
Reply:yes its ok. Dentist wouldnt schedule it otherwise
Reply:Yes. They give you special stuff to numb your gums/teeth that is safe for pregnant women - I read all about this online before I had my dental work done. The dentists are very good about working with pregnant women - make sure you tell them again when you go back for your dental work!
Reply:Yes! don't listen to those old wives tales. Your dentist wouldn't suggest it if wasn't safe. At 32 weeks he obviously knows you are pregnant!
Reply:As far as everything I've heard, and experience I've had while pregnant, its best not to do anything besides the routine exam and cleaning until after baby is born.
Reply:my dentist would not fill any of my cavitites while i was preggo... he said just to make an appt right after i deliver!!
Reply:Well, I didn't think dental procedures were safe while pregnant, so I put off a root canal until after my baby was born. When my dentist asked me why I waited, and I told him because I was pregnant, he told me that didn't matter and I could have had the procedure done anyway, and saved myself a lot of pain!
Reply:its ok but at longs u dont get an x ray
Reply:Absolutely.





And, I had a white filling.. that didn't matter that I was pregnant. They had no problems numbing me up (was for a root canal, then filling two weeks later) You can also get xrays regardless of what others say.. you just have to make sure they double shield you.





Get them done so you don't have to worry about it later!
Reply:Most dentists will tell you to call back in your 2nd trimester.
Reply:Yes , It is very safe. Or else they wouldn't let you do it. I had a several fillings and a bad infection which required antibiotics.I had them all while pregnant and my daughter was borned very healthy. For an x-ray they will have you cover up your belly for the baby's safty.So Yes it is safe.
Reply:If you were not showing, you would have to tell him, but if he sees that you are that far along and still schedules it it is fine.


It isnt as if he uses general anaesthesia is it?
Reply:Yes its safe to have cavities filled at this stage of your pregnancy, your dentist knows best and wouldnt book you in if he/she felt it wasn't safe to do so.


Just remind your dentist on the day that you are pregnant and in your third term incase he/she requires an x-ray and also make sure you eat a good meal before you go to the dentist so that the adrenaline wont be too much for you and make you faint and also you may be numb for a while so it might be hard for you to eat after the treatment so stock up before it....... remember your feeding two!!!!!!!!!





best of luck
Reply:Its really up to your OBGYN, your dentist should call and have the procedure approved or have you get a release.
Reply:yes it's safe. I had some filled when I was pregnant just check with your doc first to be sure.
Reply:I had alot of dental work done while I was pregnant, its ok.. Its better to have the work done than to be in all that pain.. If it wasnt safe the dentist wouldnt do it.. And for when they take the x-rays they will put a sheild over your belly so not to harm the baby... Good Luck
Reply:yes, no problem at all....





and of course, the dentist won't allow it if it won't be okay..


since they will be charged or something if something will happen to you...
Reply:Yup it is very safe...if you are concerned ask your doctor but you will be fine i promise!
Reply:Not only is it safe, but it is strongly reccommended keep up with your dental care during pregnancy. There is a correlation between women with pregnancy complications and those who have not kept up with their dental care. Sounds weird, but it's true! Ask your personal OB whetther he reccommends getting the cavity filled. There is some conflicting opinions as to whether these procedures should be done during pregnancy. Also, sometimes they say it is only ok during the 2nd trimester.
Reply:I had dental work done because my teeth were so bad the infection was going to the baby just make sure you tell them you are pregnant and if they do x-ray have them cover you with a shield
Reply:99% of the time, yes. Usually they recommend you wait until the second trimester. Check with your OB just to make sure there's not any reason that you can't. There are a couple of different medicines that they can safely inject to numb you and work. And your dentist knows this, but just be sure they don't do X-rays or give you gas.


Are these all cavities???!!!!?

My little sister had to do a project for school about teeth and came home with one of those little dental mirror things and a torch and wanted to look at my teeth. So I let her, but then she said that a lot of my teeth had black bits on them, so I had a look and she's right! (she's only 8.....I sense a budding dentist in the family!)





Anyway, in practically all of my back teeth, top and bottom there are black marks. It's on the biting surface of the teeth, in the natural crevices. Some of the teeth also have black lines which continue onto the cheek side or the tongue side of the mouth.





Are these cavities??? Because if so, they're in basically ALL of my teeth!!!! Now I admit, I haven't seen a dentist in a while (maybe 4 years?), but I do take care of my teeth and I haven't really got any pain from them. I'm 21, and I've only ever had 2 cavities in the past.

Are these all cavities???!!!!?
They could just be stains, the natural pits and fissures of your teeth get stained pretty easily. But unfortunately, what begins as staining often becomes a cavity. You really need to see your dentist for a proper diagnosis, but I'd say it's probably fairly likely that you'll have a couple of cavities among them.....but then again, I'm not a dentist! You said that you "haven't REALLY got any pain", but that suggests that you do have at least a LITTLE pain, right? In which case, you probably do have some cavities, sorry! Try and see a dentist soon, and good luck!
Reply:That's gross. Go see a dentist.
Reply:Cavities are a possibility. Best get a dental appointment.
Reply:They may just need a polish but I'd go to the dentist and get it checked out
Reply:even though you've had just a couple of cavities so far in your life, you really SHOULD see a dentist every year or two just for a cleaning if nothing else.





i hope they're not cavities, but PLEASE get yourself to a dentist ASAP to find out!
Reply:yes u need to go to the dentist, it may be something more if its going into other parts of ur mouth.....make appt, i use to work for dentist, i never heard of the things going ur mouth
Reply:It is actually possible, but unlikely. They start off as small discolored stains on the teeth and progress to actual holes. Cavities are painless when they first start out, by the way, so it is important you see a dentist every 6 months. Flossing and brushing are great, but you need a dental cleaning to remove plaque along the gumline, which can mineralize into calculus, irritate the gums, and cause gingivitis and other gum disorders.
Reply:They certainly do sound like they're cavities! Some, it would seem, are far worse than others (those that have black lines "continuing onto the cheek side or the tongue side of the mouth" sound like they're at the root of the teeth, around the gums). Your best bet would be to have a dentist check them to be sure. Good luck!
Reply:1) go to a dentist


2) have them cleaned bleached and polished


3) floss daily after brushing


4) use mouth wash


5) reduce on candy intake


6) use colgate total....


7) have a beatiful smile
Reply:Sounds like you have either: 1) cavities in the grooves of the teeth or 2) stains in the grooves of your teeth. Either way, you should get this checked out by a dentist. The grooves of the teeth are the most common place where people get cavities. They either need a filling placed in them or maybe a sealant, which is a protective coating which prevents decay from starting. Try to find a dentist who has an air abrasion unit. This is a machine they can use to clean out decay in the grooves of the teeth without having to get you numb!!! This is only if the cavities are small enough. Good luck


How long does it take for cavities to get really bad?

I haven't seen a dentist in 2 years. Last time I went in my teeth were fine.


and I brush my teeth once or twice a day every day, and have been since


I grew out of that little kid phase where I didn't know how important it was.


I always make sure my teeth are clean before I leave the house and before i go to bed.


But...


my mom set me up with a dentist appointment just to make sure i was doing okay


but it turned out i had 18 cavities?


how is that possible?


I don't really drink soda,


but i do have sweets now and then


so how could this happen, I thought I took care of my teeth good enough.


none of my teeth hurt or anything, and I haven't been feeling any sensitivity.


I am going to get them filled and everything


but does anyone know how this could have happened?


This really worries me. I've never heard of having that many cavities, and all coming in 2 years!?


How easy is it to get a cavity? And how long does it take for them to get really bad?


Or how fast to they decay?

How long does it take for cavities to get really bad?
hi,


i am a doctor..


well, first of all it is still surprising to me too that 18 cavities were found in 2 years.


however, there may be the following possibilities.





first, the dentist you went earlier may have not done a good job.


but it may not be possible, if you went to the same dentist as now.





then, the current dentist may be exaggerating things.





finally,you may have had real bad oral hygiene.





it won't necessarily give pain if you have a cavity.if a cavity gets a bit bad, when you tap on the tooth it may hurt sightly.


the best thing is to brush your teeth about 3 times per day if possible.


when you eat sweets, try to wash your mouth with water then and there.


there is no need to use loads of toothpaste when brushing teeth.just a pea size amount is enough.


just feel you may want to have a second opinion on your teeth.


because 18 cavities just seems on the high side..





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Reply:Sometimes all the brushing in the world doesn't help. There is food that sticks between teeth that a brush can't reach. You have to also floss everyday %26amp; use mouthwash. Were most of you cavities between your teeth?
Reply:Any cavity is bad. If it progresses you'll end up with needing a root canal, which is soooo much more expensive.
Reply:I have the same habits you do and up until I was 18 I never had any cavities, but I just found out I have five cavities that I need to get filled (I'm 20 now). The dentist said they were all in really hard to reach places, like between my teeth and in the grooves, and even brushing, flossing and mouthwash probably couldn't have prevented them.


If you don't feel them, they haven't gotten through the enamal yet, but you need to get them filled right away before they decay anymore or you'll have some major problems (root canals..ecck).
Reply:That's very possible. It seems like you are in your teens or early twenties based on the fact mom is making your appt. In that age group all of your permanent teeth are just getting exposed to the world for the first time. Many people are genetically likely to get many cavities because they either have deep grooves in their teeth that are difficult to clean or their enamel, the outside of the tooth, is softer. 18 is a lot of cavities, it wouldn't hurt to get a second opinion. I live by a motto of trust but verify.





For most people it takes a few years for the decay to get into the nerve, but everyday the cavity is getting bigger.
Reply:I hear you talk about brushing once or twice a day but what about flossing? That to me is more important then brushing. Just think about food in between your teeth just sitting there rotting away. That is where your cavities come from. You should have your teeth professionally cleaned every 6 months. I go every 4 months but 6 is the norm. Don't wait until they get bad, it will cost more money, time and pain if you do.
Reply:and they are probably all in between your teeth, where a toothbrush doesn't reach.





start flossing.
Reply:haha, loser. You have 18 cavaties. lol, I'm just kidding.


The girl who checked your teeth was an intern anyway.


She probably didn't know what she was doing.





Do you floss?

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