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Tooth decay
I could find a tooth decay between my teeth while flossing. I have sensitivity when I use tooth pick between that teeth to remove any food particles.Do I need to get it I filled soon? will it get largen within a month or so since I'm traveling this month.
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Kindly make a visit to nearest dentist to get the problem checked whether it is due to cavity or formation of gap bw teeth due to loosening of gums.
Get an xray done that will decide the course of treatment
Till then use mouthwash and toothpaste for senstivity
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Today a small cavity
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A month, though, wouldn’t make much a difference in the size of the decay but sensitivity may increase.
You could get anexamination done to know how urgent it is to get it filled.
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You have to go for a xray if it is deep root canal treatment needed
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Dr. Pia Patel
Dentist
14 yrs exp
Chennai
Hi,
Please avoid using toothpick. Get an X-Ray for the tooth that is causing problems. May require filling or may be root canal treatment.
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Dr. Dhiraj Kumar
Dental Surgeon
10 yrs exp
Delhi
Better to visit a local dentist for physical evaluation, x ray and treatment (as required).
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