My dentist said I have a small cavity, but suggested waiting to see if it develops further. I've seen advertisements for special toothpastes that claim to repair enamel. Can toothpaste actually reverse small cavities?
7 months ago
Actually yaar, toothpaste can only reverse very early stage demineralization. Once there is a proper physical cavity or hole in your tooth, no toothpaste can fix it, you have to see a dentist.
8 months ago
Don't stress too much about those fancy ad claims! Toothpaste with fluoride can help strengthen weak spots, but it can't magically fill a hole. Just get a quick filling done by a dentist, it is very simple.
6 months ago
I panicked when I saw a dark spot and bought three different expensive 'cavity-reversing' toothpastes. Later my dentist reassured me that early spots can be remineralized, but real cavities need proper dental care.
4 months ago
As someone managing diabetes, I have to be very careful with oral health. Fluoride toothpaste helps keep enamel strong, but it cannot reverse an active cavity, so I always rely on regular dental cleanups.
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5 months ago
I was just reading about this online. Apparently, toothpaste can help rebuild weakened tooth enamel before a cavity fully forms, but once a physical hole is created, it cannot be reversed at home.
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