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Feeling discouraged of taking care of my teeth. used to not care about brushing at all but nowadays i take care of my teeth very meticulously. but it seems i still get cavities every now & then. is it bcuz of my past habits? is it too late now?
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No, it is never to late but some damages were already there when the dental care was neglected. You should visit a dentist as soon as possible and please continue good dental hygiene in the morning, before bedtime and after each meal if feasible. Good luck.
Answered 9/24/2023
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It may be due to past indiscretions, current insufficient Oral Hygiene practices (failure to floss daily, failure to brush 2 full minutes 2x/day, failure to see Dentist 2x/year for examination, professional cleaning, diet high in sugars/starches/acidic foods. The causes of tooth damage are many and interrelated. Discuss this with your Dentist.
Answered 9/25/2023
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