Shreya Iyer Shreya Iyer Asked 8 months ago

What reverses cavities?

My dentist told me I have a small cavity. I read somewhere that cavities can sometimes reverse themselves naturally. Is it true, and what helps reverse cavities?

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Girish Rao Girish Rao Joined Mar 2026 7 months ago
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Once a cavity forms, it's very difficult to reverse it, just like how some health issues become permanent. That's why prevention is key. Regular dental check-ups are like BP check-ups for your teeth – essential!

Sneha Menon Sneha Menon Joined Feb 2026 8 months ago

Be very careful with information about reversing cavities. Once the tooth structure is damaged, it needs professional intervention. Don't fall for home remedies or internet advice that claims to magically fix them. Get it checked by a dentist to avoid bigger problems.

Pooja Singh Pooja Singh Joined Apr 2026 7 months ago

I asked my dentist at Apollo Hospital about this. He said small, initial demineralization *can* sometimes be reversed with fluoride, good oral hygiene, and dietary changes. But once a true cavity (a hole) forms, it requires a filling. Don't delay seeing a professional.

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Aryan Khanna Aryan Khanna Joined Apr 2026 6 months ago

While you can't really 'reverse' a full-blown cavity, prevention is where it's at, just like with overall health. Good diet, proper brushing, flossing – these things strengthen your teeth and prevent cavities from even forming. Fitness for your mouth!

Jatin Patel Jatin Patel Joined Jul 2026 4 months ago

Hahaha, if cavities could reverse themselves, dentists would be out of business, na? Once there's a hole, only the dentist can fill it. Think of it like a pothole on the road, it needs fixing! Brush, floss, and avoid too many mithai!

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Vijay Sharma Vijay Sharma Joined Apr 2026 7 months ago

For me, managing diabetes means being extra careful about sugar intake, which also helps with teeth. Once a cavity is there, it needs a dentist. But to prevent new ones, reducing sugar and starches is key, especially for diabetics. Proper dental hygiene is a must.

Mrs. Kamaljeet Kaur Mrs. Kamaljeet Kaur Joined Jun 2026 4 months ago

Beta, once a cavity has formed, it usually needs a filling. That's what my dentist has always told me. It's better to prevent them with good brushing habits and less sugar. Don't worry, it's very common, just go to a good dentist.

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