Is it possible to slow down dental decay?

Yes it is possible: Fluorides have been shown to help remineralize the enamel which can stop the progression of dental decay. If the decay has progressed beyond the enamel, then the use of Fluoride or other remedies won't slow it down.

Fluoride: Here are some things you can do to slow down dental decay: 1. Fluoride toothpaste for a minimum of 2 min twice a day. 2. Fluoride mouth wash before bed. 3. Reducing the frequency of sugars in your mouth. 4. Use xylitol gum after meals if you can't brush. 5. Most importantly, see a dentist to get rid of your decay.

Yes: It is possible to slow the rate of dental decay with dietary modification and improved oral hygiene. Avoid foods that stick in the mouth and don't clear rapidly. Avoid frequent snacking. Improve your oral hygiene measures with quality brushing, flossing and rinsing. Cavities will not reverse or disappear completely so see your dentist for definitive treatment.

Yes, if caught early: Incipient or beginning tooth decay can be reversed with regular use of fluorides during a rigorous regiment of dental homecare- brushing, flossing, rinsing, etc... Your dentist can also prescribe the use of special remineralizing pastes (mi paste is one) that can reverse early decay. Unfortunately, once the decay has reached the dentin, professional intervention is required, usually a filling.

Oral hygiene: Yes if the decay is not through the outer layer (enamel) of the tooth. You could ask your pharmacist for gel kam high fluoride toothpaste or ask your dentist for prescription prevident 5000 toothpaste. Make sure you are brushing at least twice daily and flossing once daily. Limit your sugar intake including drinks. This should should help slow down any incipient cavities and prevent future decay

To a point...: The tiniest of cavities that have not penetrated the outer layers of enamel can be remineralized with medicaments. Fluoride applications can also help, as well as proper oral hygiene. After the decay enters the dentin, the tooth needs to be restored with a restoration.

Yes, but: Yes, but best approach is to remove decay and restore. See DDS with any tooth pain which mag suggest decay.

Not effectively: Decay is an insidious progressive chronic disease. The longer you delay, the bigger the cavity, the harder and more expensive to treat. Please do not put off treatment. See a Dentist now.