Priya Sharma Priya Sharma Asked 4 months ago

Is 10 cavities a lot?

My dentist told me I have 10 cavities and now I'm super worried. Is that a lot? I try to brush daily, but maybe not always twice.

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Anjali Sharma Anjali Sharma Joined Jan 2026 4 months ago
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10 cavities definitely sounds like a significant number. It's best to consult a dentist right away so they can assess the situation properly. They can guide you on the best course of action and treatment plan. Self-diagnosis or delaying treatment might lead to bigger issues.

Rajesh Kumar Rajesh Kumar Joined Feb 2026 4 months ago

Honestly, yes, 10 cavities is quite a lot. My dentist once told me that even 2-3 cavities need immediate attention to prevent them from getting deeper or affecting the nerve. They might suggest fillings, or even root canals if it's severe. Also, they'd want to understand *why* so many cavities to prevent future ones.

Priya Singh Priya Singh Joined Mar 2026 4 months ago

Oh my, 10 cavities sounds like a serious concern. Please don't wait, get it checked by a good dentist as soon as possible. Sometimes what seems small can become complicated later. Better safe than sorry when it comes to your teeth, hai na?

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Karan Malhotra Karan Malhotra Joined Jul 2026 4 months ago

Whoa, 10 cavities? That's a lot! I remember reading somewhere that even one cavity can cause problems if not treated. I hope you're not in too much pain. You should definitely see a dentist fast to get it sorted out.

Ananya Reddy Ananya Reddy Joined Feb 2026 4 months ago

Oh, 10 cavities? That sounds like a lot, I'm not really sure about these things. Is it very painful? Maybe you should talk to a dentist to see what can be done. I hope you feel better soon.

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Siddharth Menon Siddharth Menon Joined May 2026 4 months ago

I can't say if 10 is 'a lot' in a medical sense, as I'm not a doctor. But from my personal experience, having even 2-3 cavities was quite uncomfortable and needed multiple visits to the dentist. So, it's definitely something that needs attention from a professional.

Geeta Devi Geeta Devi Joined Mar 2026 4 months ago

Bhai, 10 cavities is definitely too many. Go to the dentist without wasting any time. They will fix it. Don't be scared, it's important for your health. A healthy mouth means a healthy body, remember that.

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