Akash Patel Akash Patel Asked 9 months ago

How many cavities can you have?

Went to the dentist and found out I have a few cavities. Now I'm worried, like is there a limit to how many you can even have before it's a big problem?

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Kriti Saxena Kriti Saxena Joined Mar 2026 7 months ago
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Technically, since we have 32 teeth and each tooth has multiple surfaces, you can unfortunately have quite a few cavities at the same time. Managing my PCOS has taught me that hormonal changes and dry mouth can sometimes affect our dental health too, so I always try to be cautious and get a regular checkup rather than guessing on my own.

Rajesh Nair Rajesh Nair Joined Jun 2026 5 months ago

Please don't rely on online forums or random home remedies to treat tooth decay, as a cavity won't just disappear on its own. You could theoretically have cavities in multiple teeth if hygiene is neglected, but only a proper dentist with an X-ray can tell you the exact number and depth. Get it verified by a professional before it turns into a painful root canal.

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Anil Deshpande Anil Deshpande Joined Jun 2026 4 months ago

You can actually have several cavities at once without even realizing it until they start hurting. Dealing with my high blood pressure has made me realize how closely dental health is linked to our overall lifestyle and systemic health. Regular dental cleanings and keeping your stress and diet in check can save you from a lot of unnecessary procedures.

Saraswathi Krishnan Saraswathi Krishnan Joined Apr 2026 7 months ago

At my age, I have seen my fair share of dental issues, and back in the day, I had about four or five cavities filled during a single phase of my life. It might feel worrying if you have more than one, but modern dentistry makes fillings very simple and painless now. Don't worry, just get them sorted out by a good dentist and you will be absolutely fine.

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Snehal Patwardhan Snehal Patwardhan Joined Apr 2026 6 months ago

Haan na, you can actually have multiple cavities if you don't pay attention to minor tooth sensitivity early on. I had three cavities at the same time last year because I ignored a tiny pain while chewing. It is better to get them filled quickly before they start bothering you too much, ho na.

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