5mo ago

Are the black bits on these two teeth cavities?

If they are, is it possible that they can recover or is it too late?

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Not a dentist, but yes they look like the early stages of cavities. Should be easy enough and plenty early enough to have a dentist fill them.
- Thanks. I didn't know anything about cavities until two days ago. I wish I did, I probably could have stopped them forming easily 😅
I have exactly the same stage on the same teeth. my dentist said we should watch them every 6 months. if they do not grow they can be avoided. if they grow - they should be removed.
- I will go to a dentist but hopefully this means I can wait at least a month to go 👍 Thank you.
  
  I have them in the same state for years so yeah, you can wait a month :)
Yes.
Without seeing you in person, it's a bit hard to be clear.
The more front tooth is likely staining. The one behind has a chance to actually be decay.
- Thanks. This is my favorite answer 😂 If it is decay, is it possible it can recover on its own, or is that just wishful thinking?
  
  Unlikely to fix on its own.
If you're worried about cost and can't make it to Mexico, consider looking up a nearby dental school.
- Thanks. That sounds like great advice but my worry is the irreversible damage more than cost 🥲
Is this a photo of my teeth, I have the same in exactly the right spot on both those teeths. It has remained the same size for about 2 years now
- What if it is a picture of your teeth, John 😱

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