What Are Cavities and How to Prevent Them?

🍭 Got a sweet tooth? You might have a cavity too!

Hi again! I’m here from Shree Jayam Oral and Dental Clinic, Ambattur, to help you understand cavities — what causes them, what they do to your teeth, and how to keep them away!

❓ What Is a Cavity?

A cavity is a small hole in your tooth caused by tooth decay. It starts when sticky plaque builds up and bacteria feed on sugar, producing acid that slowly eats away the enamel (outer layer of your tooth).

⚠️ Signs You Might Have a Cavity

Toothache or spontaneous pain

Sensitivity to sweets, cold, or heat

Visible holes or pits in the teeth

Brown, black, or white staining

Pain when chewing

Don’t wait until it hurts — many cavities don’t cause pain until they are deep.

🍬 What Causes Cavities?

It’s a mix of 4 factors!

1. 🦠 Plaque bacteria

2. 🍭 Sugar and acidic foods

3. 😴 Poor brushing and flossing

4. ⏳ Skipping regular dental checkups

🪥 How to Prevent Cavities

✅ Brush twice a day with fluoride toothpaste

✅ Floss daily

✅ Reduce sugary and sticky snacks

✅ Rinse after meals

✅ Get fluoride treatment if advised

✅ Visit your dentist every 6 months

Children and adults both need cavity checks — even baby teeth can get cavities!

🏥 Early Cavity = Easy Fix!

Catch cavities early, and they can be treated with a simple filling. Left untreated? It may lead to:

Severe tooth pain

Infection or abscess

Root canal or tooth loss 😬

Let’s keep that smile strong and pain-free.

🦷 Your Smile is Safe with Shree Jayam!

Book your check-up today at:

Shree Jayam Oral and Dental Clinic

📍 Ambattur, Chennai

📞 9150990462 | 7550090462

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About the doctor

About Dr. R.J. Vijayashree, M.D.S. Founder & Chief Dental Surgeon – Shree Jayam Oral and Dental Clinic, Ambattur, Chennai Dr. R.J. Vijayashree is a highly accomplished Dental Surgeon and Oral Pathologist with over 14 years of clinical and academic experience. She founded Shree Jayam Oral and Dental Clinic with a clear vision: to offer affordable, hygienic, and personalized dental care without compromising on quality or compassion. What began as a sincere pursuit of excellence in dentistry has grown into a trusted clinic known for ethical practice, transparency, and comprehensive dental solutions. 🎓 Academic Excellence & Awards University First Rank in M.D.S. with the Dr. B. Sivapathasundharam Gold Medal – a prestigious recognition of academic distinction. Recipient of the IDA Molaris Award twice for Best Academician . Honoured with the Best Paper Award at Microsummit 2024 , an International research conference. Recognized with multiple research contribution awa...

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