Why do I keep getting so many cavities?!


Question: Why do I keep getting so many cavities?
I have never had a problem with my dental hygiene, but ever since I have turned 14, I have been getting so many cavities. Last year was the worst with 9 cavities all at once. Since then I have limited sugar drinks, I mainly drink water. I use to eat lemons, but I no longer do because the dentist said it was contributing to the formation of cavities. I also limited the candy I eat, and I now use sugarless gum. I brush and floss twice a day, and use fluoride mouth wash. I still, however, had 2 cavities at my last check up, and I may actually need a root canal. Why do I so much trouble with my teeth? I am trying to do everything that the dentists say, but I still keep getting cavities.

Answers:

Do you experience a lot of heartburn/indigestion/sour stomach? Do you wake up with a sour/bitter taste in your mouth? You may be experiencing acid reflux. If you are, go see your doctor. There are medications that effectively prevent this, and could cut down on your cavity formation. Many of these medications are available over-the-counter, but you should still see your doctor, because someone as young as you doesn't often get reflux to this degree, so you might need further testing.
If that doesn't work, ask your dentist for a stronger prescription-strength fluoride treatment that you can use in place of your regular fluoride toothpaste.

I am a physician with over 18 years of experience.



The same thing happened to my sister but she had 5 cavities and later at each appointment there was so many. Once we switched dentists we found that she had only ONE cavity NOT five. And she didn't even change her routine like you did. Ever since she has had no cavities. It could be your dentist.




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