Even if you are going to the dentist twice a year for cleanings and checkups, you can still develop a cavity in one or more of your teeth between those visits. Cavities can be hard to deal with and can lead to an infection that can become very serious if it is not handled right away. Therefore, it is in your best interest to make sure that you are able to spot the signs of a possible cavity. The sooner you spot signs of a possible cavity, the sooner you can get in to see the dentist.

You Can Visibly See A Hole

Cavities start off so small that it is unlikely that you are going to be able to see them in the mirror at first, even if they are right in the front of your teeth. Of course, at that stage of development, it is unlikely that you are going to experience any other trouble or pain. However, over time, the hole will begin to get bigger and if it is in the right spot, you might be able to see it when you are examining your teeth in the mirror. If you see what appears to be a hole, even if you are not experiencing any other symptoms, you should schedule an appointment to see your dentist.

It Hurts To Drink Or Eat

You might notice that it hurts to eat on one side of your mouth or it hurts every time you take a sip of a very cold drink. The cause for these problems could be that there is a cavity and the cavity is big enough to start causing you some pain and discomfort. The longer the cavity is left without treatment, the worse the pain and discomfort can become.

You want your cavity or cavities to be filled as soon as possible so it is important to make sure that you are taking signs of tooth trouble seriously. This way, you will know that it is time to get on the phone and schedule an appointment with your general dentist. Do yourself a favor by explaining to the receptionist that answers the phone that you believe that you have a cavity. This will hopefully get you in to see the dentist sooner. However, if your dentist's schedule is so full that it will be weeks before he or she is able to fix your teeth, you might want to find an emergency dentist that you can go to. This way, you will not have to risk being in more pain or developing an infection that can spread throughout your body.