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Is there anyway I could control tooth decay at home? There is little pain . I wanted to visit a clinic but due to rising patients of covid19 ..I am afraid to.
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Caries spread can't be prevented. Need to consult nearby dentist, early you visit less damage will happen to tooth.
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Spread of caries process can't be stopped by any homely method. You need to get it treated anyway.
Warm water salt gargle, only if it's relieving pain.
T. Parasafe 650, when pain.
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No, there is no way u can control it at home...
Once u get a tooth cavity it can be best managed only professionally...
But u can try to keep ur teeth specially decayed one clean by brushing after every meal...
Stucked food cause more rapid decay n infection...
U may have calpol 500 mg as n wen required for mild pain...
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brush after every meal.. warm saline rinses 3-4 times a day will help a bit... do not give hot compress...
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