Sneha Reddy Sneha Reddy Asked 4 months ago

Why do i keep getting cavities?

My dentist keeps telling me I have new cavities at almost every check-up, even though I brush twice a day and try to avoid sweets. I'm really frustrated. What am I doing wrong that I keep getting cavities?

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Ananya Desai Ananya Desai Joined Apr 2026 4 months ago
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Oh, that's frustrating! I use a health app that reminds me to brush and floss twice a day, and even tracks my water intake, which helps with saliva production (good for teeth!). But for recurring cavities, it might be more than just habits. A dentist can check if it's your diet, acidity, or even genetics. Definitely worth a professional check-up.

Shruti Rai Shruti Rai Joined Feb 2026 4 months ago

I used to panic when I got a new cavity, thinking my teeth were just doomed! But honestly, sometimes it's about the type of food you're eating (lots of sugary stuff, for example) or not brushing properly. It's usually fixable. Don't stress too much, but definitely go to the dentist – they can tell you what's actually happening and how to stop it.

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Pankaj Sharma Pankaj Sharma Joined Jan 2026 4 months ago

Cavities, ugh! Are you like me, constantly craving gulab jamun and jalebi? Haha! Honestly, too much sugar and not enough brushing after those treats are usually the culprits. But sometimes it’s genetics or low fluoride. Best bet, tell your dentist about your food habits, they'll know exactly what to do. Maybe cut down on late-night snacks!

Manoj Saxena Manoj Saxena Joined Mar 2026 4 months ago

Oh, another cavity? My dentist probably thinks I'm trying to single-handedly fund his retirement. Happens to the best of us! It's usually a polite reminder from your teeth that they'd like less sugar and more brushing. But seriously, go see your dentist, they have magic drills that make them disappear. And maybe less chocolate for a bit, okay?

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Aryan Gupta Aryan Gupta Joined Jun 2026 4 months ago

Cavities are so annoying, right? I was reading up on it once, and apparently, it's not just about brushing. Your diet, how much fluoride you get, even your saliva composition plays a role. And yeah, genetics too. So, if you keep getting them, your dentist can probably figure out the exact reason and give you specific tips beyond just 'brush more'.

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