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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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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.
Answered 3/30/2023
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A visible cavity will not magically reminerslize... The enamel matrix has broken down. Have them restored before they become big lesions.
Answered 4/3/2023
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Remineralization occurs at the microscopic level. Your problem is macroscopic, well beyond there being a chance for remineralization. The bacteria that cause tooth decay can spread to an adjacent tooth if the cavity is in actual contact with the adjacent tooth. I would favor removing the infected tooth material and restoring the excavated space.
Answered 4/3/2023
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