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Hi, the first time being on here but I have a serious question and I don't know if it's needed to say, but I'm a teen.
So I had to switch to a different dentist because the one I used to go to for around four years stopped accepting Medical. But keep in mind, I just had a general check-up about a year ago and more scans about 6-9 months ago(part of scanning my wisdom teeth). I got the general checkup at my old dentist(pretty trustworthy and reliable). He did not state any emerging or already their cavities. A few months later, I went to Western Dental to scan wisdom teeth and still no cavity issues.
But today, at the new dentist place, after getting my checkup, the dentist said I apparently have 7 cavities that I need to fill?! I find this very hard to believe. I admit I kind of rush on brushing my teeth sometimes but I have a habit of brushing my teeth 3x a day. Plus, last year, I had no new cavities and this year I have 7 new cavities that all need fillings?! I just really can't believe this because my brushing habits have stayed the same, I don't eat a lot of candy on a daily basis(only on special occasions), and I generally eat pretty nutritious food.
It's just very hard to accept that somehow last year I had 0 cavities and a couple months later, I have 7??? I would believe it more if they said like 2-3, but 7?!
What are some opinions on this? And should I visit another dentist to get a second opinion(not sure if insurance covers though...)?
Also, I really truly don't feel pain in my teeth and they look the same as they looked years ago...
Thank You!
So I had to switch to a different dentist because the one I used to go to for around four years stopped accepting Medical. But keep in mind, I just had a general check-up about a year ago and more scans about 6-9 months ago(part of scanning my wisdom teeth). I got the general checkup at my old dentist(pretty trustworthy and reliable). He did not state any emerging or already their cavities. A few months later, I went to Western Dental to scan wisdom teeth and still no cavity issues.
But today, at the new dentist place, after getting my checkup, the dentist said I apparently have 7 cavities that I need to fill?! I find this very hard to believe. I admit I kind of rush on brushing my teeth sometimes but I have a habit of brushing my teeth 3x a day. Plus, last year, I had no new cavities and this year I have 7 new cavities that all need fillings?! I just really can't believe this because my brushing habits have stayed the same, I don't eat a lot of candy on a daily basis(only on special occasions), and I generally eat pretty nutritious food.
It's just very hard to accept that somehow last year I had 0 cavities and a couple months later, I have 7??? I would believe it more if they said like 2-3, but 7?!
What are some opinions on this? And should I visit another dentist to get a second opinion(not sure if insurance covers though...)?
Also, I really truly don't feel pain in my teeth and they look the same as they looked years ago...
Thank You!
