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I Have A Cavity Even Though I Take Perfect Care Of My Teeth.?
i brush,floss,rinse and everything. but i got a cavity. it hurts really bad. is there a way to stop the pain besides Orelle. and how could i get it, its also on the back.
Cavities are caused by the acids that the bacteria in your mouth produce when they metabolize the foods you eat. If you eat foods high in sugar/carbs you will have more acids. If the foods are sticky, the acids will stick around for even longer. A sugary drink causes your mouth to be more acidic for up to 20 min. A snack can cause more acidity for up to 40 min. It can actually last for up to 2 hours if you were to fall asleep after eating without brushing/flossing. Think about your diet. Try to stay away from sugary foods/drinks. If you do eat them, try to brush after – or at the very least, rinse vigorously. Remember to brush AND floss every night before bed. It would also be a great idea to use a fluoride rinse (such as Act or Fluoriguard) right before bed. Rinse for one minute – do not swallow any – do not rinse after, and go to bed. Fluoride strengthens the teeth. And make sure you are visiting your dentist at least every 6 months (or what he/she recommends) for an exam and cleaning.
josh dJune 30th, 2009 at 1:15 am
Do you visit the dentist regularly? As much as you brush and floss you still should go and get a cleaning. There are some things brushing and flossing can not do.
Cavities are caused by the acids that the bacteria in your mouth produce when they metabolize the foods you eat. If you eat foods high in sugar/carbs you will have more acids. If the foods are sticky, the acids will stick around for even longer. A sugary drink causes your mouth to be more acidic for up to 20 min. A snack can cause more acidity for up to 40 min. It can actually last for up to 2 hours if you were to fall asleep after eating without brushing/flossing. Think about your diet. Try to stay away from sugary foods/drinks. If you do eat them, try to brush after – or at the very least, rinse vigorously. Remember to brush AND floss every night before bed. It would also be a great idea to use a fluoride rinse (such as Act or Fluoriguard) right before bed. Rinse for one minute – do not swallow any – do not rinse after, and go to bed. Fluoride strengthens the teeth. And make sure you are visiting your dentist at least every 6 months (or what he/she recommends) for an exam and cleaning.
Do you visit the dentist regularly? As much as you brush and floss you still should go and get a cleaning. There are some things brushing and flossing can not do.