I brush, floss and use mouthwash every morning and night. But i still have cavities!! Sometimes i even do all three of those more than 2 times a day..I keep them clean bottom line, and i eat healthy. I have more than 2 cavaties everytime i go to the dentist!! Could it be something in my diet that im not getting enough of?? HELP ME OUT!!
2006-09-03 06:37:14 · 18 answers · asked by Whitney 2 in Beauty & Style ➔ Skin & Body
As your dentist, but my old friend brushed and flossed her teeth at least 3 times a day and had problems and the dentist said it was cuz she had soft teeth...
2006-09-03 06:38:51 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Ask your dentist -- he (she) will be able to answer this better than anyone here! But in the meantime, to help you out till you do talk to your dentist, why don't you see if you can get hold of some of that red staining stuff that you chew after you brush your teeth. Your teeth will show red where you didn't brush -- it could help you investigate whether you are really brushing your teeth as well as you think you are. Another possibility is that you have genetically weak teeth that are prone to cavities no matter how well you take care of them.
Again, though, consult your dentist, who is in the best position to answer your question as he/she knows your teeth way better than anyone on Yahoo Answers does.
Good luck! :-)
2006-09-03 06:40:20 · answer #2 · answered by I ♥ AUG 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Try this:
>Avoid alcohol based mouthwashes
>Use a soft toothbrush and brush for 2 minutes (gently sweep away from the gumline and don't scrub)
>Floss between each tooth all the way up to the gumline
>Use a tongue scraper
>Avoid soda and especially energy drinks. Energy drinks are supposed to be really bad on the teeth. If you must drink sugary beverages, rinse your mouth with water afterwards.
2006-09-03 21:31:46 · answer #3 · answered by Clayton B 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I don't think it matters weather you brush your teeth everyday. I say this because when me and my sisters were kids, we all went to the dentist. My youngest sister never had cavities, but never brushed her teeth, while me and my middle sister brushed out teeth everyday and always had 1 cavity each. It depends on what you're eating. Me and my sister had cavities because we ate candy everyday. My youngest sister was in the supervison of our mom, so she didn't eat nearly as much candy.
2006-09-03 06:41:38 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Have you been assessed for Diabetes? Diabetics often have cavities despite proper oral hygiene. Anemia could also be the culprit. Have you ever been told you have soft teeth or poor enamel? Perhaps a flouride rinse would be of use.
2006-09-03 06:45:36 · answer #5 · answered by brandihoo 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Could be genetic. Were your parents prone to cavaties? Keep up the good dental hygiene, though, because it will pay off in the end! Good Luck!
2006-09-03 06:38:58 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
It sounds like you just have what are called
'weak teeth'. Just make sure that you do your cleaning routine right after you eat, everytime you eat!, and check with your dentist as often as you can. They can maybe recommend a sealing treatment for you.
2006-09-03 06:42:19 · answer #7 · answered by mikhaili 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I suppose it is possible you're getting acid reflux into your mouth - where stomach acid is regurgitated a little and that's wearing down your teeth, or that you have very acidic saliva. I would talk to your dentist about it really, because it could be a serious problem.
2006-09-03 06:39:33 · answer #8 · answered by Tallia 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It could be the brand your using. I use Colgate total, and it works pretty good. Or it might just be the genetic make-up of your family. Ask your dentist.
2006-09-03 06:39:57 · answer #9 · answered by Momo 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Try the more advanced toothpastes and get extra calcium in your diet. Some people just have weak teeth.
2006-09-03 06:40:04 · answer #10 · answered by Pantherempress 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋