Do dentists say you have cavities when you don't?

Question

After my last dental check-up, the dentist said I had two cavities, but I don't feel any pain or discomfort. It made me wonder if sometimes dentists might wrongly tell you that you have cavities, even if there aren't any. Has anyone else experienced this?

Rajesh Patel · Accepted Answer

Some commercial clinics definitely do this to meet their targets. Before agreeing to expensive fillings, spent 300 rupees on a second opinion at a local government hospital or a trusted family dentist.

Varun Dhawan · Answer

Bro, yes! One fancy clinic told me I had three cavities and quoted a bomb. I went to a local clinic instead, and the doc said my teeth are perfectly fine, just needed a regular cleaning.

Nisha Deshmukh · Answer

Instead of guessing or asking online, always ask the dentist to show you the cavities on your X-ray. A professional will have no issue explaining the decay areas to you clearly.

Meera Rawat · Answer

I totally get it, it feels so bad when you feel your trust is being misused. It is very common to feel confused, so definitely seek a second opinion from an older, established practitioner.

Suresh Nair · Answer

With my age, my teeth have seen it all. Some dentists are definitely a bit too eager with their drills! If you aren't in pain, there is no harm in taking a few days to get a second opinion.

Arjun Malhotra · Answer

To save your time and peace of mind, just ask for your digital dental X-ray files to be sent to your phone. You can quickly get them reviewed by another expert online.

Sandeep Sangwan · Answer

Haan yaar, aisa hota hai aajkal commercial clinics mein na. Tum kisi purane family dentist ke paas jao, wo sahi batayenge bina faltu kharche ke.

Do dentists say you have cavities when you don't?

7 answers

Consult a dental surgeon

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