Prevention is the best defense against tooth decay, a dental disease that affects 95% of the Spanish population, according to a dental health survey conducted by the General Council of Dentists in Spain. But how can tooth decay be prevented?
Excess sugar or poor oral hygiene can lead to the buildup of bacterial plaque and the development of cavities. To prevent irreparable damage, it is necessary to have the cavity treated at a dental clinic before the dental pulp is damaged.
We’ll explain the procedure, treatment, and the consequences of not treating a cavity in time.
Treatments for Tooth Decay
The process of treating a cavity will depend on the severity of the condition and the condition of the tooth’s structure.
Below are the most common ways to treat a cavity:
- La más habitual de eliminar una caries es perforando el diente, para eliminar la parte afectada, para luego aplicar un empaste de composite.
- Si la caries ha llegado hasta la pulpa dental, será necesario realizar una endodoncia y matar el nervio para combatir la caries dental. Una vez realizado este procedimiento, se reconstruirá el diente.
- Si el daño causado por la caries es irreparable, el médico especialista en odontología procederá a extraer el diente dañado, para posteriormente colocar un implante dental.
Consequences of Not Treating a Cavity
Tooth decay is a very common condition, and its symptoms depend on its location and size.
The most common signs of tooth decay are as follows:
- Sensibilidad dental, sobre todo al consumir alimentos o bebidas frías o calientes.
- Dolor de muelas sin causa aparente.
- Mal aliento o halitosis por las bacterias que habitan en la boca.
- Perforaciones visibles en los dientes, que pueden provocar roturas dentales.
- Mayor probabilidad de sufrir otras enfermedades como la artritis, un infarto de miocardio, diabetes o gastritis crónica, por culpa de las bacterias alojadas en la cavidad bucal.
To prevent cavities from causing serious health complications, it is important to brush your teeth after every meal, floss or use a water flosser, and see a dental specialist regularly for checkups and cleanings.
If you need more information about the procedure for treating a cavity, please feel free to contact us with no obligation.
