Guess what?

A cavity isn’t just a black hole in your tooth. It’s an infectious disease. A tooth infection can usually only be detected by an X-ray, and sometimes when the tooth start to hurt.
If you’re sensitive to cold and sweets, or experience pain biting on a tooth, you might have a cavity. If this condition is left untreated , it grow and you’ll be left with a decaying, dying tooth, and an expensive dental procedure.
At North Pacific Dental , we know you’re busy, but here are some reasons to make your twice-yearly dentist appointment.
• Prevent Permanent Damage
Plaque buildup on your teeth has hundreds of different kinds of bacteria, and if left untreated, the bacterial toxins released by certain bacteria and byproducts of the infection can begin to weaken healthy bone. The bone then begins to recede under the gums, leaving more area for the bacteria to do their thing. Only dentists have the instruments and training to thoroughly clean the area.
• Protect Yourself
Cavities and oral diseases tend to affect the young and the old. Prevent future issues in between. People who had their teeth cleaned twice or more in a 2-year period had a 24% lower risk of heart attack and 13% lower risk of stroke compared to those who visited the dentist less frequently, according to a 2011 study from Taiwan.

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