{"id":77,"date":"2020-04-22T12:35:18","date_gmt":"2020-04-22T12:35:18","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.carydentalrejuvenation.com\/blog\/?p=77"},"modified":"2020-05-13T12:37:50","modified_gmt":"2020-05-13T12:37:50","slug":"dentist-cary-surprising-signs-of-cavities","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.carydentalrejuvenation.com\/blog\/2020\/04\/22\/dentist-cary-surprising-signs-of-cavities\/","title":{"rendered":"Do You Have a Cavity? Dentist Talks About Surprising Signs to Watch For"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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Cavities are the second most common ailment in the U.S., second only to the common cold. Tooth pain and sensitivity are common symptoms but may not show up until a cavity has gotten larger (at which point more of the tooth has been damaged). Fortunately, there are several other indications to watch for. And the sooner you know you might have a cavity, the better! By seeing a dentist in Cary for treatment early on, you prevent further pain and problems and have a better chance of needing easier and less expensive treatment (for example, a filling instead of a dental crown). Keep reading below to learn more about cavities and which symptoms can indicate having one!<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

What Is a Cavity?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

It\u2019s helpful to start with a basic explanation of tooth anatomy. Teeth are largely made of minerals like calcium, phosphate, and fluoride and have three layers:<\/p>\n\n\n\n