Did you know that the Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) estimates that about 90% of adults who are 20 years or older have had at least one cavity? To make matters worse, it’s possible to have developed one and not know it. They can hide in places you can’t easily see, like behind your molars or between your teeth. Unfortunately, oral issues like this typically don’t heal themselves and only get worse in time. For example, tooth decay can cause an infection that puts neighboring pearly whites at risk.
To avoid this, it’s important to spot the signs of cavities in time to treat them. Keep reading to learn more about how to know if you have hidden tooth decay so you can address it promptly!
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