Detecting dental decay early is crucial for maintaining good oral health and preventing more severe dental issues. Dental decay, if left untreated, can lead to cavities, infections, and tooth loss. At Thames Street Dental we use various advanced techniques for early detection of decay.
Symptoms of tooth decay may include:
Early detection of tooth decay allows for timely intervention and treatment, preventing the decay from progressing further and requiring more extensive dental procedures such as root canals or tooth extractions.
Early-stage tooth decay can sometimes be reversed with proper oral hygiene practices such as brushing with fluoride toothpaste, flossing, and using fluoride treatments prescribed by your dentist.
If tooth decay is not detected early it can progress to deeper layers of the tooth, leading to cavities, dental infections, and potentially requiring more invasive treatments such as dental fillings, root canals, or even tooth extractions.
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