Rahul Das Rahul Das Asked 5 months ago

Does brushing teeth prevent cavities?

I brush my teeth twice a day, every day, just like my dentist told me. But my younger cousin still gets cavities even though he also brushes regularly. Is brushing really enough to prevent cavities completely?

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Ganga Devi Ganga Devi Joined Apr 2026 5 months ago
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Haan beta, roz subah aur raat ko acche se brush karna bahut zaroori hai. Hamare yahan toh sabko bachpan se sikhate hain taaki daant saaf rahein aur keeda na lage. Raat ko brush karna toh bilkul mat bhoolna.

Riya Kapoor Riya Kapoor Joined Mar 2026 5 months ago

Yes, absolutely! I used to be very lazy about brushing at night until I got my first cavity last year. Now I make sure to brush twice daily and also floss, because food stuck between teeth is what causes the real damage.

Vikram Singh Vikram Singh Joined Jan 2026 5 months ago

Haan bilkul, brush karne se cavity se bacha ja sakta hai, par proper technique bhi zaroori hai na. Sirf thoda sa ghisne se kaam nahi chalega, do minute acche se brush karo aur meetha khane ke baad kulla zaroor karo.

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Sonia Mirza Sonia Mirza Joined Apr 2026 5 months ago

I totally get it, maintaining a strict routine when you are tired at night can be so hard, but it really makes a difference. Brushing twice a day removes the plaque and food that lead to decay. It is the easiest way to save yourself from painful dentist visits later.

Amit Sharma Amit Sharma Joined Jan 2026 5 months ago

Yes, brushing twice a day is the most basic and effective way to prevent cavities. Make sure to use a fluoride toothpaste.

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Vivek Nair Vivek Nair Joined Apr 2026 5 months ago

My dentist explained that brushing prevents cavities by removing plaque, which is a film of bacteria that produces acid from food sugars. He emphasized that brushing twice daily for two minutes and flossing is crucial because a brush cannot reach the tight spaces between teeth.

Madhuri Dixit Madhuri Dixit Joined Jan 2026 5 months ago

Regular brushing is essential to prevent cavities, but physical changes or health issues like dry mouth can also affect dental health. Just like I get my thyroid checked regularly, I also visit my dentist every six months to catch any issues early.

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