Fatima Khan Fatima Khan Asked 4 months ago

What are the signs of cavities?

I've been feeling some sensitivity in my teeth when I eat sweets, and sometimes there's a dull ache. My cousin said it might be cavities. What are the typical signs to look for?

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Divya Rao Divya Rao Joined May 2026 4 months ago
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If you are starting to feel a sharp pain when drinking sweet or cold drinks, it is a clear sign. Please don't wait for the tooth to break or decay further. Get it checked by a dentist immediately to avoid painful root canals.

Amit Roy Amit Roy Joined May 2026 4 months ago

My dentist explained that early dental caries often start as tiny white or dark brown spots on the chewing surfaces. Once it reaches the dentin, you feel sensitivity to hot, cold, or sugary foods. He says getting a simple filling done early prevents major infections.

Gopal Lal Gopal Lal Joined Jul 2026 4 months ago

Beta, gargling with warm salt water can temporarily relieve minor tooth aches, but it cannot fix a hole in the tooth. If you see black spots or feel pain while chewing, the cavity has already started. Go to a dentist and get it filled properly.

Varun Grover Varun Grover Joined Mar 2026 4 months ago

If drinking cold water makes you make funny faces in pain, congratulations, you've likely got a cavity! Don't worry, dentists don't use medieval torture tools anymore. Just go get it filled before it becomes a dramatic issue.

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Sneha Das Sneha Das Joined Jun 2026 4 months ago

I am not very sure about dental issues, but my tooth feels slightly sensitive when I eat sweets. Is sensitivity the very first sign of a cavity, or could it be something else? I should probably visit a dentist soon.

Riya Sharma Riya Sharma Joined Mar 2026 4 months ago

Oh, that annoying sweet tooth pain is usually a cavity warning! 🦷 Look out for dark spots or tiny holes on your teeth. A quick trip to the dentist will fix it easily! 😊

Sanjay Nair Sanjay Nair Joined Feb 2026 4 months ago

I agree with the others, tooth sensitivity is the main sign. Getting a dental checkup every six months helps catch these early.

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Vikram Sen Vikram Sen Joined Mar 2026 4 months ago

Yes, tooth sensitivity to cold things and visible dark spots are the most common signs. Definitely get a dental checkup soon.

Mary Joseph Mary Joseph Joined Jun 2026 4 months ago

As someone who works in health clinic setups, I see this often. If you have a constant dull toothache, pain when biting down, or visible holes, it is a cavity. Pop a temporary pain reliever if needed, but get to a dentist for a proper filling.

Pradeep Yadav Pradeep Yadav Joined Jun 2026 4 months ago

Haan yaar, agar thanda-garam khane pe jhanjhanahat hoti hai, toh samajh lo cavity start ho gayi hai. Aur dant mein black spot dikhe toh dentist ke paas chale jana chahiye, na? Jyada delay mat karna.

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