{"id":877,"date":"2017-02-01T19:09:35","date_gmt":"2017-02-01T19:09:35","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/islandcoastdentistry.com\/?p=877"},"modified":"2025-04-15T16:37:39","modified_gmt":"2025-04-15T16:37:39","slug":"what-can-happen-if-you-dont-treat-a-cavity","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.islandcoastdentistry.com\/blog\/what-can-happen-if-you-dont-treat-a-cavity\/","title":{"rendered":"What Can Happen if You Don't Treat a Cavity?"},"content":{"rendered":"

A lot of people hate going to the dentist. But when you have pain in your tooth and you think that you might have a cavity, it\u2019s best to have it checked out.
\nLet\u2019s take a look at what can happen if you let your cavity go.<\/strong>
\nWhen you have a cavity in a tooth, you might think of it as an infection. Cavities are made from harmful bacteria. When these are mixed with an environment that\u2019s acidic, use sugar and attack your tooth\u2019s hard tissue, which is the dentin and enamel. As time goes by a small hole\u2019s made in the tooth and if it isn\u2019t repaired using a filling, it will continue growing.
\nWhen the cavity is left untreated,<\/strong> it can destroy most of the tooth and soon it won\u2019t be possible to restore it using a regular filling. If there isn\u2019t much tooth left, you can only use a crown<\/a> to fix it.
\nIf that bacteria reaches your tooth\u2019s pulp chamber,<\/strong> where its blood vessels and nerve are found, the pulp will become infected and irritated. This could result in the tooth becoming abscessed, which is often very painful. Then it will require a root canal<\/a> because of the infection in the pulp, and then a crown will normally be put on.
\nSometimes there is so much damage<\/strong> by the cavity that even a root canal<\/strong> plus crown will help it. When this happens, it will often require the tooth to be pulled.<\/p>\n

Conclusion<\/h3>\n

Root canals and crows are very extensive compared to a filling. When you have to replace a tooth that has been pulled, that\u2019s even more involved. That is why you should visit the dentist regularly. When you detect cavities early, it will be better for your teeth and your health. Plus you\u2019ll save a lot of money and time fixing it.<\/p>\n

Facts about Cavities<\/h3>\n

There are more than 3 million US cases per year. Cavities<\/a> are very treatable by a medical professional like your dentist.
\nCauses of cavities include:<\/strong> bacteria, snacking, sipping sugary drinks, and poor teeth cleaning.
\nThere may be no symptoms. Untreated cavities can cause toothache, infection, and tooth loss.
\nTreatments include:<\/strong> fluoride, fillings, and crowns. Severe cases may need a root canal or removal.<\/p>\n

Questions about Cavities?<\/h3>\n

If cavity issues<\/a> are affecting your smile, the team at Island Coast Dentistry can help. Through a comprehensive evaluation, Dr. Skupny can tailor a oral treatment plan that is most effective for you. A beautiful, healthy smile can be yours! <\/strong>
\nContact us today to learn more, or schedule a consultation online<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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