LordOfTheBorg 1 Posted November 9, 2005 How do you know if you have a cavity? I have a tooth, and in between this tooth and another, there is a ragged edge. Now, it don't hurt to touch or when i apply pressure, and there doesn't seem to be a hole.. but, i was just wondering how you would know if you have a cavity. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Odie 0 Posted November 9, 2005 (edited) If you think that you have a cavity go to the dentist. Edited November 9, 2005 by Odie Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
youbroughtheryouRiker 2 Posted November 11, 2005 Yeah, I know I've got one cuz it's painful when I eat. I'll get to a dentist when I can do it without having to declare bankruptcy Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bethlehem 7 Posted November 11, 2005 It is much cheaper to fix them when they start if you wait could involve a root canal. Very exspensive and some what painful. :lol: Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
youbroughtheryouRiker 2 Posted November 11, 2005 It is much cheaper to fix them when they start if you wait could involve a root canal. Very exspensive and some what painful. :lol: Yes, but I'm 90% certain my situation does not yet warrant a root canal. And it's not that I'm purposely procrastinating either. I'm currently putting away money to visit the dentist. Budgeting for it, I am. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Yillara Skye 1 Posted November 11, 2005 THat ragged edge may be a cavity, so it is best to let the dentist check it out. When it gets to the point of pain, more than likely you have nerves that are exposed. I have had a few cavities, not a ridiculous amount. But the four I have had filled (at age 7, 10, and 16), I did not even notice pain at all. The dentist noticed the problem, not me. I have had one more recently that kinda was more noticeable, but since it is so far back in my jaw it is kinda difficult to work with. Even for a dentist :lol:. My jaw is kinda small, and not a lot of room in it for all my teeth. THey are not messed up or anything, but flossing can be a pain in the rear... even with using the easy glide wax floss. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
LordOfTheBorg 1 Posted November 11, 2005 It's gone now( the ragged edge), so i think it was just tartar. I am gonna get me mum to schedule a cleaning and examination the next time she is offa work. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mj 7 Posted November 12, 2005 I have had exactly one cavity, and it was discovered by my dentist less than a year ago. I had to get a filling, but it was real cool because my dentist used a camera and the computer screen he had in the room to show me the actual cavity. It was very obvious, and in early stages of decay. Go to the dentist! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
LordOfTheBorg 1 Posted November 12, 2005 I will ASAP.. stoopid canadian healthcare.. it only covers dental when your put into the hospital because of it.. So, i'm either gonna A) wait for my mum to get money :lol: wait for my mum to get dental coverage from her job (if they even offer it) c) get my mum to talk to the doctor about financing... :lol: d) just brush everyday and wait until i can go in to hte dentist. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
