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I was eating chips and thought I cut my gum. When I looked in the mirror I noticed that a couple of my bottom front teeth had holes in them. I changed my toothpaste, been brushing three times a day, and am using Listerine twice a day however after a month my teeth seem to be getting more holes. I have not been to the dentist for two years, are these holes cavities?<\/p>\n

Thanks, Skylar<\/p>\n

Dear Skylar,<\/p>\n

It sounds like your teeth are developing cavities at the gum line and that its time for you to make a dental appointment. Tooth decay at the gum line is usually caused from a diet high in citric or ascorbic acid. These types of acids are common in sodas including diet soda, energy drinks, and fruit juices. Drinking these types of liquids on a daily basis erodes the enamel making our teeth highly weak and very susceptible to tooth decay.<\/p>\n

There is no special toothpaste or mouthwash over the counter that is going to prevent these areas of erosion from getting worse, however improving your hygiene and greatly decreasing your intake of acidic drinks will help prevent further complications. If you have a lot of erosion of the enamel your dentist may recommend you to use a\u00a0prescription\u00a0toothpaste that contains a higher amount of fluoride to prevent further tooth decay. \u00a0It is recommended that if you are using Listerine make sure it contains no alcohol. Mouthwashes that have alcohol tend to make the mouth dryer, therefore causing more plaque buildup, a possibility of more tooth decay, and make ones breath not so fresh.<\/p>\n

If the areas of tooth decay are small your dentist will most likely be able to place a tooth colored filling<\/a> in the area. It the decay wraps around the tooth a more permanent restoration like a porcelain crown<\/a> may be recommended.<\/p>\n

Post courtesy of Dr. Malone,\u00a0Lafayette Louisiana Cosmetic Dentist<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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