How do you know if you have a cavity?!
Question:
How do you know if you have a cavity?
I'm not sure if it's a cavity on some back molars or if it's just darkened. They dont hurt or anything.. And if they are cavities what happens if i do not go to the dentist? I've heard they can spread, but what happens if they spread?
Answers:
A dentist will look for caries at each office visit, regardless of whether it is a routine visit or an appointment made by the patient because of pain. The dentist will examine the teeth visually and will probe the teeth with an instrument called an explorer to determine if there are pits or areas of damage. Periodically, or if the dentist suspects hidden caries, X-rays will be taken by looking at the teeth.