Priya Singh Priya Singh Asked 8 months ago

Can dentist fix cavities?

My daughter, she's only 6, got a small cavity last week. A friend suggested visiting a general dentist, but I wasn't sure if they fix cavities or if we need a specialist. Can a regular dentist actually take care of this?

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Harish Rawat Harish Rawat Joined Apr 2026 7 months ago
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Of course they can, that is exactly what they are trained to do. I have had fillings done in my youth that are still holding up perfectly fine. Don't worry, a quick visit to a good dentist will solve your problem easily.

Savitri Devi Savitri Devi Joined Feb 2026 8 months ago

Yes, dear, a dentist can easily heal and fill the cavities to stop the decay. Do not let any anxiety disturb your peace of mind. Just visit a dentist with a calm heart and let them take care of it.

Aditya Roy Aditya Roy Joined Feb 2026 8 months ago

I used to panic so much thinking a cavity meant I'd lose my tooth, but it's actually super routine. The dentist just cleans out the bad part and fills it in like twenty minutes. It's totally painless with modern numbing, so just go for it.

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Bhupinder Singh Bhupinder Singh Joined Mar 2026 8 months ago

Yes, they can clean the cavity and seal it so it doesn't spread. While chewing on a clove helps dull the ache temporarily, the permanent solution is only with a proper dental filling. Go get it checked before the pain increases.

Rohit Sharma Rohit Sharma Joined Feb 2026 8 months ago

Yes, dentists treat cavities every single day, it is a very basic procedure. Getting it fixed will help you chew better and enjoy your high-protein meals without any discomfort. Just book an appointment and get it sorted.

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Kiran Bala Kiran Bala Joined Mar 2026 7 months ago

While clove oil is great for temporary pain relief at home, it cannot fill a hole in your tooth. A dentist is the only one who can properly clean the decay and put a filling. If it is hurting, please go see a professional instead of just using home remedies.

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