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Tooth decay
Inspite of brushing and maintaining teeth well I face decay problem. I do not eat sweet as well. Please suggest me ways to overcome this problem. I am in a dire situation. Looking forward for your help
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Most Important thing to prevent cavities Is to Limit No. Of Intakes Per Day
An Intake is anything apart from water taken at one go
For eg .. you have 6 cups of coffee / tea during the day then if you have all 6 in one go then that is considered to be 1 intake but if you have 1 after the other with intervals during the day they will be 6 different intakes
So 6 different times carbohydrates were broken down and acid was produced which increases your chances to get cavities
Next Steps
Visit Your Dentist to get a dental evaluation done . Also Ask him to help you with your caries index ( how prone you are to get dental decay )
Health Tips
Brushing Twice Daily with Fluoridated Toothpaste
Use Of Regular Mouthrinse ( Not Containing Flouride )
Flossing at least Twice a week
Six Monthly Dental Check up And Scaling
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Looks like you have genetically weak teeth .
Consider options like fluoride mouthwash to help protect decay .
For more information visit www.trisadental.in
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Dont worry ..as u said u take good care of your teeth..and stil u r having the problem..many times its not just your diet..its the structure of ur tooth how its made.. get a regular dental check up every 6 mnths and best of luck
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Dr. Maithili Pai
General Physician
8 yrs exp
Jodhpur
Tooth decay can be familial which is exacerbated by local factors. I would suggest maintaining your diet, cutting down on cola, brush and floss twice a day, and go for regular dental appointments. Also don't worry about it. Take care and just be vigilant not worried.
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