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How to Know if You Have A Cavity According to the National Institutes of Health, the most prevalent health condition The best time to catch a cavity is in the early after the common cold is tooth decay. stages, when there are few, if any, symptoms. Keeping your twice yearly (or more) visits It’s more than likely that if you haven’t al- with us will ensure we catch them in time. ready had a cavity, you will develop at least one in your lifetime. We will let you know the best course of treatment for your particular situation. So, how do you know if you have a cavity? Well, depending on the severity of your The recommendation could be as easy as tooth decay, you may experience a variety watching and waiting to see if we find any of symptoms. Here are some of the accom- tooth decay in the very early stages. Or, if panying symptoms that go along with tooth you are symptomatic, we may have to fordecay. mulate a more in-depth treatment plan. • Nothing (in the early stages) • A toothache or spontaneous tooth pain • Tooth sensitivity • Pain (slight or severe) when eating something sweet, hot, or cold • Staining (brown, black, or white) on the surface of your tooth • Visible holes in your tooth. Those holes are cavities • Pain when biting down
As always, brush twice a day with a fluoride toothpaste, floss at least once a day, and try to minimize the amount of sugar in your diet. These steps will help you be proactive in preventing cavities. Even better, your teeth will thank you for it! Call Elite Dentistry today to schedule your appointment at 407-658-0103!
