Many of us have been unfortunate enough to have a cavity or two in our lives. Whether you pick up on it because of increased sensitivity, or your dentist sees it before you do, it is important to have it treated so you don’t suffer with lasting issues. However, when you have cavities between teeth, also known as interproximal cavities, it can be more difficult to notice because you can not see the area as easily. Read to learn how you can tell whether or not you have one, how they are treated, and what you can do to avoid them in the future.

Have you ever stretched the truth when you were talking to your dentist about your oral hygiene habits? Whether you claim that you floss every single day, or that you don’t bite your nails when you’re nervous, many of us are guilty of telling a fib once in a while. However, you don’t have your dentist fooled. They hear little lies like this all of the time. Continue reading so you find out which lies that your dentist is familiar with so that you know not to tell them.