Ask a Dentist: Could My Cavity Go Away if I Start Brushing and Flossing Better?

One of the first emotions a person has when they begin to suspect they have a cavity is regret for not brushing and/or flossing as frequently as they should have. The outcome? After that, they begin brushing and flossing as advised. Does this mean that there is a chance for their cavity to heal and disappear?

No, it does not, is the quick response. Once you’ve developed a cavity, you must see a dentist to have it filled. Call us at (800) 407-0161 to make an appointment if you have any questions about why cavities cannot be filled or how California Dental Group can help with your dental health problems.

Reasons why cavities do not heal on their own

A cavity is not literally something that is present; rather, it is the lack of something, which is the major reason why they do not get better on their own. It specifically refers to a decay-related hole (or series of holes) in the tooth. You might be able to halt the rot from getting worse, but the holes can’t magically mend themselves.

In actuality, the longer you wait to schedule a dental visit for your cavity, the worse it will get. Most of the time, we can simply close the gap. The hole and any other dental flaws are filled with resin. The resin is then sealed by using a specific light to cure it. Temporary fillings may be available over the counter, but they will likely break down fast, and unless you have access to professional-grade tools, you risk sealing up the bacteria when you close the cavity hole.

A complete dental cleaning and exam will be given when you need it

A person with a cavity is likely to also suffer from other oral health problems. An oral health problem cannot just magically get better with time. The sooner you take care of what you currently have, the less expensive and simpler it will be to treat. To schedule a dental cleaning and exam, we advise calling California Dental Group at (800) 407-0161 right away.