HOW TO REVERSE EARLY-STAGE CAVITIES BEFORE THEY TURN INTO FILLINGS
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Most people think that once a cavity starts, there's no turning back; it's just a matter of time before you need a filling. But that's not always the case. If caught early enough, a cavity can be stopped and even reversed before it turns into a full-blown problem. At Elke Cheung Dentistry, we love helping patients avoid unnecessary dental work whenever possible. The key is catching cavities early and making small changes that help your teeth repair themselves. In this blog, we'll explore how to prevent early decay and keep teeth strong for years to come . WAIT, CAVITIES CAN HEAL? Cavities can heal, but only in the very early stages. Cavities start when acid weakens your enamel, causing tiny areas of demineralization. At this point, no actual "hole" has formed yet. Your body has a natural process called remineralization, which can rebuild enamel with the right conditions. Once decay breaks through the enamel, though, it can't be reversed—at that point, a ...