Can I touch my cavity with my tongue?

Larger cavities can almost always be felt with your tongue, because of how much space they take up. Smaller to moderate areas of decay may be tucked away where your tongue can't feel them at all. Your tongue is extremely sensitive.

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Can I feel a cavity with my tongue?

In addition to discomfort or pain, it's sometimes possible to feel a cavity with your tongue. It may feel like an unusual rough patch, or a slight sharpness around the edge of the hole.

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Are cavities sensitive to touch?

It will feel like a tingle or tickle in your teeth at certain times. Your teeth feel sensitive due to bacteria that is thinning down your tooth enamel. Enamel protects the nerves in the teeth. When bacteria begin to eat through the layer of enamel, your nerves will make your teeth feel sensitive.

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What happens if you pick at a cavity?

The cavity deepens and may lead to a brittle tooth and even a fracture. The decay reaches your nerve, and you require a root canal or in severe cases an extraction.

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When I touch my tooth with my tongue it hurts?

This happens when the protective layer of enamel is worn away. Some of the most common causes of tooth sensitivity include: Brushing your teeth too hard. Broken, cracked, or lost fillings.

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Why Tongue Can`t Stay Touching Lower Front Teeth by Prof John Mew

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How do I know if my tooth is infected?

Signs and symptoms of a tooth abscess include: Severe, constant, throbbing toothache that can spread to your jawbone, neck or ear. Pain or discomfort with hot and cold temperatures. Pain or discomfort with the pressure of chewing or biting.

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What does an infected tooth taste like?

When the pus drains from your mouth is causes a bad taste (salty, metallic, or sour) and a foul odor in your mouth. The pain from a dental abscess shows itself in different forms. Temperature sensitivity is common, meaning cold and hot things that touch your tooth will hurt.

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Is it bad to brush a cavity?

If you have a cavity, it becomes even more important. Brushing at least twice a day helps prevent getting even more cavities. When you're brushing, focus on the cavity, trying to remove any food particles.

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Is it OK to ignore a cavity?

Leaving a cavity unattended is one of the worst things you can do for your dental health. When treated early, small spots of tooth decay require little more than a quick, painless filling — but when ignored, a cavity can turn into a significant problem that costs you more stress, pain and time in the long run.

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How do you know if a cavity has reached the nerve?

If you have a cavity that has reached the nerve tissue, you may experience some or all of the following symptoms:
  1. Toothache when pressure (such as chewing) is applied to the tooth.
  2. Tooth sensitivity to heat or cold.
  3. Discoloration of the tooth.
  4. Swelling or tenderness of the gums.

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What does a really bad cavity feel like?

Some noticeable signs of a potential cavity include lingering bad breath, a toothache, and increased sensitivity to hot or cold food and beverages. If there is a cavity, you will most likely also feel a shooting or sharp pain when consuming something particularly acidic or high in sugar.

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How long can a cavity go untreated?

Like most ailments, the longer you leave a cavity without treatment, the worse it's going to get. In a span of 3-6 months cavities can reach the nerve of your tooth.

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What does a cavity feel like when you touch it with your tongue?

A Rough Edge You Can Feel with Your Tongue

Depending on where the cavity is located and if you're able to run your tongue over it, you'll probably feel a rough area or sharp edge that stands out from other parts of your mouth.

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Who is the oldest person to have no cavities?

Make it to 94 and you done good.

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How fast do cavities grow?

Every Cavity Is Different. The time it takes for a cavity to form varies. It can, on average, take anywhere from six months to four or five years before a cavity requires treatment. The length of time it takes will vary on a case-by-case basis because the conditions of your mouth differ daily.

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Can brushing slow down a cavity?

Brushing is essential to preventing your cavity from worsening. Brushing will also help prevent the formation of even more cavities. Zero in on the cavity as you brush to eliminate any remaining food particles from your snack or meal. This thorough brushing can help hinder the cavity's progression.

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When is it too late to reverse a cavity?

In most cases, by the time you notice the symptoms of tooth decay, it will be too late to reverse the damage with natural methods. You will need to consult your dentist to prevent the damage from spreading to other areas of the tooth.

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Is it too late for a cavity to hurt?

A lot of people think that if a cavity doesn't hurt, there's no problem. But that's not true! By the time a cavity hurts, the damage has already been done. Don't wait until it hurts to get it checked out by a professional!

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Is it normal to have 4 cavities?

In general, adults develop an average of three cavities during their lifetimes. This means that the average adult has three or four fillings in their mouth. Some patients end up with ten or more fillings depending on how well they care for their teeth.

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Why am I getting cavities all of a sudden?

Cavities that develop quickly and unexpectedly may be the result of: Sudden Dietary Changes: You might have changed your diet in some way, including drinking more soda, adding more sugar to your coffee, eating more starchy or acidic foods, or consuming more sweets.

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How do you know what stage your cavity is?

Here are the five stages of a cavity.
  1. Stage 1: Attack of the Little White Spots.
  2. Stage 2: Enamel Decay.
  3. Stage 3: Going Deeper Into the Dentin.
  4. Stage 4: Ouch! The Decay Hits the Pulp.
  5. Stage 5: Abscess Distress.

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Does Listerine help with tooth infection?

Yes, applying a cotton ball soaked in regular Listerine on an infected tooth will relieve tooth pain. Listerine is about 27% alcohol, and alcohol numbs nerve endings.

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What does a dead tooth smell like?

Hydrogen sulfide is a gas that smells like rotten eggs and is produced by the bacteria in decaying teeth.

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Can you have a tooth infection for years?

The Danger of Untreated Infected Teeth and Gums

If they are not treated, they can last for several months or years. There are two types of dental abscess – one can form under the tooth (periapical) and the other in the supporting gum and bone (periodontal).

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