Question 1

can a cavity spread to other teeth. if my two teeth has cavity can it impact others?

Accepted Answer

: A cavity does not spread to other teeth, however, whatever resulted in cavity in one tooth is also affecting other teeth and all of your teeth are at risk, It would be prudent to see a dentist at your earliest,

Question 2

i have 3 cavites small and visible. dentist did not fill them and said it has possibility to remineralize, black hole in teeth is very small and visible.i am afraid that those cavities might spread to other teeth. does cavity spread to other teeth?

Accepted Answer

: If it is visible, in time it will be more visible. Now have them filled with a composite to look natural. A healthy mouth will keep bacteria from spreading to other areas. X-rays will show extent of decay, but it is always prudent to eliminate decay.

Question 3

why cavities spread and attack teeth?

Accepted Answer

Mouth bacteria: Cavities happen when acid making bacteria that live in your mouth, get something to eat ( they especially love carbohydrates) and are able to settle in pits, by the gum, or inbetween teeth. The acid eats away the enamel of your tooth and makes the cavities. Cleaning your teeth, limiting carbohydrates, and repairing the acids damage with Fluoride can reduce the risk of cavities.

Question 4

does cavity spread one teeth to another? do dentist charge to send digital x-ray to different dentist which was taken in his/her office, in same city?

Accepted Answer

Yes and some do: If an area is not cleaned with floss next to an adjacent tooth, then bacteria can increase the chance of decay on both teeth. I especially see the problem of spreading decay if the adjacent tooth has a very large untreated cavity. 
 I do not charge to email x-rays if the patients balance is clear, to any city. Some doctors charge to send any kind of record

Question 5

i have a cavity but my dentist insists to just get the tooth removed in 3 months. how much will the cavity spread in that time?

Accepted Answer

Second opinion: If you feel like you want a second opinion about a dental health concern, it probably means you should get one. All dentists have different backgrounds, because they were trained differently in different dental schools or because they have seen different types of dental problems in their practice.   Second opinion can help you make an informed decision about treatment. Good luck.

Question 6

can a cavity spread to another adjacent tooth?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Dentists commonly find what some call "kissing lesions" on x rays between the teeth where decay from one tooth affects the neighbor. Also in general terms dental decay is an infection and the more untreated cavities there are in a persons mouth the higher the risk becomes for the uninfected teeth.

Question 7

can an untreated cavity in one tooth spread to another?

Accepted Answer

Yes: It is most common when the cavity occurs on proximal surfaces of teeth. In other words, if the cavity on tooth a is in contact with a surface of tooth b  then tooth b will likely form a cavity if tooth a is not treated. Cavities are a bacterial process so good diet and hygiene is essential to reducing risk. A diet high in fermentable carbs and acidity increases your risk in the long run.

Question 8

how long would it take for a tooth cavity to spread to the heart or brain?

Accepted Answer

Why are you waiting?: An acute infection from a tooth into the parapharyngeal airspaces or into the cavernous sinus is a direct pathway to the brain, and airways.  If this occurs, its life threatening, and you won't have a lot of time to ask questions.  If you have a cavity, get it filled or get the tooth pulled.  There is no way of predicting which one will blow up and which one wont.

Question 9

assessed tooth just got pulled after 3 months of infection, my cheek is still puffy and my neck hurts, has infection spread? i had a cavity which turned into a crown, the tooth then cracked and was left open while we got the infection under control. afte

Accepted Answer

Considering : Considering how long you had the infection together with your underlying medical condition, it would suggest that you go back to the dentist who extracted the tooth. It just may be post operative swelling, but it could also be an infection that is spreading.

Please call at once.

Question 10

what causes cavities on teeth?

Accepted Answer

Bacteria: Bacteria in your mouth consume sugars, form acids which then eat into the surface of the tooth.  Sugar is not just candy, milk, fruit juice etc.  Your real question is how can i stop cavities and the answer is keep them clean,  keep the bacteria that can cause acids off and try to maintain a good diet and quit snacks and beverages between meals.  Floss is the only way you can clean between the tee.

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I have 3 cavites small and visible. dentist did not fill them and said it has possibility to remineralize, black hole in teeth is very small and visible.i am afraid that those cavities might spread to other teeth. does cavity spread to other teeth?

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Why cavities spread and attack teeth?

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Does cavity spread one teeth to another? do dentist charge to send digital x-ray to different dentist which was taken in his/her office, in same city?

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I have a cavity but my dentist insists to just get the tooth removed in 3 months. how much will the cavity spread in that time?

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Can a cavity spread to another adjacent tooth?

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Can an untreated cavity in one tooth spread to another?

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How long would it take for a tooth cavity to spread to the heart or brain?

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Assessed tooth just got pulled after 3 months of infection, my cheek is still puffy and my neck hurts, has infection spread? i had a cavity which turned into a crown, the tooth then cracked and was left open while we got the infection under control. afte

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What causes cavities on teeth?

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