25 with 25+ fillings really scared

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Long story short I had braces for a long time as a kid and parents never really talked about oral health. I got scammed by my dentist post 6 years of having braces and they said I had 13 cavities. Got those filled and have had at least 10 more filled since then I lost track bc I got used to fillings. I could have less than 25 but I’m assuming it’s about that many bc I can’t remember. My teeth are in relatively good shape from what my current dentist has said but she says I should really be careful to not further weaken my enamel. I’m so incredibly frightened about the possibility of losing my teeth or having dentures before 30 or 40. I have a filling on almost every tooth. I’ve been brushing, flossing, mouthwash, and my 6 month checkups. I’ve decreased coffee to 2 cups in the morning and water after. Then brush. Please advice am I doomed to lose my teeth? This truly keeps me up at night. I try so hard and I’m so scared nothing I do will help.
 

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It sounds like you are doing all that you can. Just continue going for your regular check-ups, so that your teeth can be monitored.
 

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I understand your concerns - I've had a girl in her 20's who had most of her teeth filled, and she would get nightmares in which she loses all her teeth. Her dental hygiene was very good but she was addicted to sugary foods. From what you've said you're already doing a lot, so just keep calm, keep doing what you're doing. Additionally, you can:
Limit sugary and acidic foods and drinks
Add calcium-rich foods to your diet, to support tooth strength
Stay hydrated to maintain saliva flow, which helps neutralize acids
 

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