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Why You Don't Want To Delay Getting Your Cavity Filled

Franklin Steward

If you suspect that you have a cavity, you are going to want to make sure that you go to the dentist as soon as possible. Too many people make the mistake of putting off getting their cavities filled for a variety of reasons. Here are some points to consider why it is best to make sure that you have the cavity filled quickly:

The Cavity Can Continue To Get Worse

What may start as a tiny little cavity that will not take a lot of work to fill could turn into a much larger cavity. If a cavity is left untreated for too long, it could get bigger and deeper until there is no other option left other than to pull the tooth out of the mouth completely. You would then have to live with a missing tooth or have an implant put in. The sooner you get the cavity filled, the less likely it is that you are going to have any long-term effects.

An Infection Could Develop

The longer a cavity is left untreated, the more likely it is that an infection could develop. The infection may start off small and cause little pain, but it can quickly get worse. Many people find themselves in excruciating pain that causes them to have to miss work. Some infections can become so bad that they spread into the bloodstream and can even cause death in some worse cases. It is much better to avoid such an infection in the first place. To do that, you will want to make an appointment with your dentist as soon as you suspect that you are dealing with one or more cavities. Even if you are not sure, it is better to get a dentist to check out your teeth, just to be on the safe side. 

You Could End Up With Dentures

After dealing with a lot of serious cavities that do not get treated promptly, some people find that they end up with dentures. This is because of the breakdown of their teeth. Once teeth have to start getting removed due to no longer having any treatment options left, replacement teeth need to be considered. If you end up left with only a few natural teeth, your dentist may suggest pulling the remaining and going with full dentures. Keeping your teeth healthy as long as possible can help prevent this from becoming something you have to deal with.

Call for a dentist appointment right away and explain the symptoms that you are experiencing. This is so they can hopefully get you in as soon as possible.


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