A member asked:

Please suggest some important questions i can ask my dentist about avoiding cavities.

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Dr. Zahid Ahmed answered

Specializes in Dentistry

Have: Have lots of cavities? Don't just discuss how to treat them; create a plan to prevent future decay.

Answered 1/20/2015

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If: If you suffer from frequent cavities, ask your dentist for a full caries risk assessment.

Answered 9/29/2016

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Dr. John Munshower answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

What: What kind of foods to avoid for cavity prevention? How often to floss, to brush? Appointment intervals?

Answered 6/3/2014

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Dr. Kayvon Javid answered

Specializes in Dentistry

Ask: Ask them about sealants and other preventative restorations that can help.

Answered 7/14/2014

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Dr. Brian Hoffman answered

Specializes in Dentistry

Are: Are electric toothbrushes really better than manual toothbrushes? What is a waterpik & do I need one?

Answered 9/19/2017

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Ask: Ask your dentist about sealants. Sealants are a coating placed on the biting surface of the teeth.

Answered 6/3/2013

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Floride: Ask about Fluoride rinse, electric toothbrush, flossing everyday, using airflosser.

Answered 6/25/2014

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It: It is important to let your dentist know if you have sjogren's as it significant affects your care.

Answered 8/28/2015

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What's: What's the best way to brush my teeth? What about flossing? What toothbrush to use?

Answered 4/8/2014

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Should: Should i get my crooked teeth straightened? How do I clean between teeth?

Answered 8/5/2014

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Dr. Scott Bobbitt answered

Specializes in Dentistry

What: What medications must i avoid for good dental health? Can i replace saliva if my mouth is dry?

Answered 9/25/2013

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Ignore: If you are having. Races make sure you are flossing in between the teeth under the wires.

Answered 12/10/2013

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Ignore: What kind of toothpaste is best? How often should I floss? Is a mouth rinse with Fluoride good?

Answered 6/25/2014

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Ignore: Proper oral hygiene and diet? How often I should get a dental exam , cleaning including X-rays ?

Answered 1/3/2015

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