Question 1

can you cure a dental cavity without filling it?

Accepted Answer

Dental cavities: Once you vave the cavities there is no alternative medicine two cure the cavities.There is no doubt that all the preventive measures, cutting sugars and carbs, brushing and flossing and fruoride treatment will prevent the formation of the cavities.But once you have real cavities these need to be filled.

Question 2

can hydrogen peroxide break down or damage cavity fillings or dental cement?

Accepted Answer

No damage: You are asking about hydrogen peroxide 2% solution over the counter i would assume.  I tell my patients who have some form of gingivitis to rinse with it diluted 50% water 50% peroxide.  It iis ment to be used as an antimicrobial disinfectant.  I have not noticed any negative effects on restorations.

Question 3

i thought i got a filling for a cavity. but it was just a dental sealant. what are sealants?

Accepted Answer

Dental sealants: They are flowable dental resins similar in composition to  composite fillings. They seal the pits and fissures in teeth and are less invasive than fillings. Rather than drilling out tooth structure, the surface enamel is cleaned and etched (or minimally removed) prior to the application of the sealant.

Question 4

how common is it for a dentist to not be able to tell if a cavity exists or how big a cavity is because of dental fillings that were previously inserted into the tooth?

Accepted Answer

: Direct inspection cannot detect all dental cavities, but dental X-rays miss very few. Discuss with your dentist.

Question 5

good day,
my question is regarding dental care for my daughter who is 5 years old.
we had a dental visit and they found a few small cavities which arent causing any discomfort. should be be performing fillings at this stage?
thank you

Accepted Answer

Absolutely: Dental caries on primary teeth can progress quickly. Her primary teeth help her chew, help with speech development, provide self esteem, and guide her secondary teeth into place. Premature loss of her primary teeth can result in the need for extensive orthodontic work. If you wait for pain, the carious teeth would be hopeless and need extraction. Failure to treat can be considered child neglect.

Question 6

why is the dental abscess getting worse during treatment? i have a tooth with a large cavity. it had a filling in it, but the filling got loose and before i had a chance to have it fixed i got a dental abscess.the filling was removed so the tooth could dr

Accepted Answer

Dr : Dr zweig gave you some good advice. Was the root canal started? You did not clarify in your post. The dead nerve tissue needs to be removed to help the antibiotics work.

It may be necessary to use a different antibiotic if you are not getting better. Call your dentist for an evaluation.

Question 7

will medicaid cover dental work (filling in cavities and wisdom teeth removal)?

Accepted Answer

Depends: Each state determines what medicaid will cover for the citizens in that state.  In my state, medicaid covers cleanings, extractions and two fillings a year.  You can call your local department of human services or check out this link: http://www.Cda.Org/page/adult_access_to_medicaid_dental_services_(denti-cal).

Question 8

i have a few cavities & im scared one will get worse to the point of pulling instead of just filling. so, i brushed my teeth and flossed, then took some hardened tooth paste and put it on my cavity, covering it in place with dental wax. is this ok?

Accepted Answer

: No, those measures won't fix the cavities. You should see a dentist as soon as possible. Take care.

Question 9

what can i do to keep from having to get a new filling in the same tooth every year? for the most part i have good dental hygiene, and rarely get cavities. but i do have one molar on the lower right side of my mouth that seems to have a new or expanded ca

Accepted Answer

Without : Without an exam and a radiograph, it is tough to tell how large that restoration is. Molars take the brunt of your biting force, and it may very well be that the tooth needs a stronger restoration to help protect it and absorb those biting forces.

It is possible that the tooth would benefit from an onlay or a full coverage crown. Yes, those restorations will be more expensive than the filling, but will also last much longer.

It could also be that you have a "plunger cusp" in the opposite arch that exerts excessive force on one small area of that restoration, causing it to crack often. Smoothing that point down goes a long way in minimizing the trauma on that filling.

Question 10

is it normal to have mouth ulcer outbreak after a dental cleaning or cavity filling ?

Accepted Answer

No, NO: Sounds like your herpes simplex (get sex out of your mind) is rather easily treated. Are you real sensitive, emotional about dentists?
    Emotions can trigger outbreaks.   Not only have your dentist know, but your physician can stop all your ''ulcers'' with a tad of acyclovir. And it is cheap.   And floss after every meal and before sleep.

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Can hydrogen peroxide break down or damage cavity fillings or dental cement?

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I thought i got a filling for a cavity. but it was just a dental sealant. what are sealants?

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How common is it for a dentist to not be able to tell if a cavity exists or how big a cavity is because of dental fillings that were previously inserted into the tooth?

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Good day, my question is regarding dental care for my daughter who is 5 years old. we had a dental visit and they found a few small cavities which arent causing any discomfort. should be be performing fillings at this stage? thank you

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Why is the dental abscess getting worse during treatment? i have a tooth with a large cavity. it had a filling in it, but the filling got loose and before i had a chance to have it fixed i got a dental abscess.the filling was removed so the tooth could dr

A member asked:

Will medicaid cover dental work (filling in cavities and wisdom teeth removal)?

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I have a few cavities & im scared one will get worse to the point of pulling instead of just filling. so, i brushed my teeth and flossed, then took some hardened tooth paste and put it on my cavity, covering it in place with dental wax. is this ok?

A member asked:

What can i do to keep from having to get a new filling in the same tooth every year? for the most part i have good dental hygiene, and rarely get cavities. but i do have one molar on the lower right side of my mouth that seems to have a new or expanded ca

A member asked:

Is it normal to have mouth ulcer outbreak after a dental cleaning or cavity filling ?

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