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The treatment of dental cavities
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1. Fluoride Treatments
If the cavity is caught very early (when it’s just starting), professional fluoride treatments can help remineralize the enamel and reverse very tiny caries. Dentists apply a strong fluoride gel, foam, varnish, or rinse to strengthen teeth.

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2. Dental Fillings
When a cavity has created a hole in the tooth, the decayed part is removed and the space is filled with a dental material like composite resin (tooth-colored), amalgam (silver-colored), or gold. This restores the tooth’s shape and function.

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3. Root Canal Treatment
If the decay reaches the tooth’s pulp (the inner nerve), the infection can cause pain and swelling. In a root canal, the dentist removes the infected pulp, cleans the inside of the tooth, and seals it to save the tooth instead of removing it.

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4. Dental Crowns
When a cavity is very large and there isn’t enough healthy tooth left, the dentist may remove the decayed part and cover the tooth with a crown — a custom-made cap that restores strength, shape, and appearance.

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5. Tooth Extraction
If the tooth is severely damaged and cannot be repaired, it may need to be removed (extracted). After extraction, the missing tooth can be replaced with a bridge, implant, or denture.