How long does it take to get rid of cavities?

Question

I recently found out I have a small cavity. I'm wondering about the procedure. How long does it typically take for the dentist to completely get rid of cavities, from start to finish?

Arvind Swamy · Accepted Answer

You cannot reverse a cavity once the enamel is eroded; you need a dental filling. Book a 30-minute dentist appointment, and they will clean and fill it in just one sitting. Waiting around only makes the decay deeper and more expensive to treat.

Varun Dhawan · Answer

Bro, a cavity won't go away by brushing twice, trust me, I tried. I went to the dentist last month and he fixed it in literally 20 minutes with a white filling. Just get it done before it starts hurting and you need a root canal.

Satish Kamat · Answer

A real cavity requires a proper filling at a local dental clinic, which takes less than an hour. For very early-stage yellow spots, just start using a good fluoride toothpaste and cut down on sweet tea. That stops it from turning into a deep black hole.

Rajashri Patil · Answer

I tried clove oil and salt water rinses for months, and while they relieved the mild toothache, the black spot remained. Realistically, only a dentist can scrape out the decay and seal it. Keep doing warm saline rinses for gum health, but do get the filling done.

Simran Kaur · Answer

It takes just one quick visit to the dentist to get rid of a cavity! 🦷 They clean it up and fill it so fast, you won't even feel it. Just go get it checked and keep smiling! Sparkly teeth are the best! ✨

How long does it take to get rid of cavities?

5 answers

Consult a dental surgeon

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