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Whem dr. finds small cavity on x-ray, is it necessary to fix right away? or do i still have two, three months to fix cavity on teeth?

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Fix it : I would say why delaying fixing a cavity .. When a dentist sees a cavity in the x rays for sure it should be fixed before it gets beyond fixation and turns into more complicated situation . I.E root canal treatment ...

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Dr. Marshall Dicker answered

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cavity...how soon: Any caries found on an xray should be treated quickly it only will get bigger requiring a larger filling which will last a shorter amount of time small fillings, if neccessary are the way to go.

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Active or not?: Small inactive cavities called arrested caries can remain present for a long time without progressing, relics from earlier times when diet and home care weren't optimal. If it is a new lesion and there is evidence of active caries in your mouth it should be treated right away. Knowing the difference is a matter of clinical judgement.

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