You might have some very particular ideas about where cavities develop. For instance, we occasionally find that some of our patients assume tooth decay can only affect the chewing surface of molars. If you just found yourself scratching your head and thinking to yourself, “Well, isn’t that true?” then it just might be time for a little smile-health-related wakeup call! Become familiar with some less obvious places your teeth may end up with a cavity or two, so you realize just how important it really is to practice thorough dental hygiene.
#1: Behind Front Teeth
Do you ever spend a significant amount of time cleaning the front of your teeth, so your smile appears as presentable as possible? Do you then quickly brush behind these teeth because nobody can see those hidden surfaces, so you figure they don’t matter as much? In actuality, every tooth surface counts. So, remember that when you spend too much time on your visible surfaces, the tissue behind your teeth may end up developing cavities!
#2: At The Gumline
Tooth decay does not only happen along the more obvious and visible parts of your teeth, as you have just begun to learn. Something called root rot can also occur along your gumline. This means that you’ll develop a cavity where your tooth and gum tissue meet! Keep this from happening by brushing along your gumline as directed and remembering to floss daily.
#3: Between Teeth
This is one of those reasons we so strongly suggest you floss your smile. Did you know that tooth decay can actually develop between teeth? Prevent these sneaky cavities from forming by simply brushing twice daily and flossing thoroughly every day, so your smile stays in tip top form.
Protect Your Smile From Decay With Our Assistance
Keep in mind that by learning all you can about your smile and seeing us for required care, you can keep your smile free of cavities! Contact Absolute Dental Care today in Virginia Beach, VA to schedule a visit by calling (757) 428-7440. We proudly welcome patients Virginia Beach, Chesapeake, Norfolk, Suffolk, Hampton, Eastern Shore, and all surrounding communities.
