Hello,
I'd be extremely grateful for any guidance.
I had these x-rays taken at the beginning of December just prior to having my fillings replaced. The dentist, having considered the x-rays, asked if I have a sugary diet. I think because of something she observed along the tooth surfaces. I explained that I do not, but have previously not been the best at flossing/brushing twice per day. I asked if the problem she could see was reversible and she said it could be in theory.
Over the past 2 months since that conversation, I have brushed twice per day with a fluoride tooth paste, flossed every day, reduced sugary foods dramatically (basically only fruit), and have recently started using a fluoride mouth wash.
I went to a new dentist for a check-up last week, so 2 months after the previous visit. She takes a new x-ray as I explained there may be a delay in getting the attached ones sent to me. Presumably there would be little difference compared to those taken 2 months earlier. She examines the x-rays and tells me that she can see 1-2mm of decay along the surfaces and that it would be negligent for her to leave it. She says I need 5 fillings, costing around £700. This comes as a shock to me.
I go for a second opinion at another dentist. He said, during the examination, that he could not see any signs of decay. Several days later, after he has viewed a copy of the x-rays taken, he says he cannot see any problems.
Who is right!?
I'd be extremely grateful for any guidance.
I had these x-rays taken at the beginning of December just prior to having my fillings replaced. The dentist, having considered the x-rays, asked if I have a sugary diet. I think because of something she observed along the tooth surfaces. I explained that I do not, but have previously not been the best at flossing/brushing twice per day. I asked if the problem she could see was reversible and she said it could be in theory.
Over the past 2 months since that conversation, I have brushed twice per day with a fluoride tooth paste, flossed every day, reduced sugary foods dramatically (basically only fruit), and have recently started using a fluoride mouth wash.
I went to a new dentist for a check-up last week, so 2 months after the previous visit. She takes a new x-ray as I explained there may be a delay in getting the attached ones sent to me. Presumably there would be little difference compared to those taken 2 months earlier. She examines the x-rays and tells me that she can see 1-2mm of decay along the surfaces and that it would be negligent for her to leave it. She says I need 5 fillings, costing around £700. This comes as a shock to me.
I go for a second opinion at another dentist. He said, during the examination, that he could not see any signs of decay. Several days later, after he has viewed a copy of the x-rays taken, he says he cannot see any problems.
Who is right!?
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