Why Do Cavities Cause Pits on Your Enamel? Posted on 2/20/2018 by Sundberg Office When it comes to having cavities, it is important to think about how this affects the outside of your tooth. Pits are small holes that are found in the teeth. They are also the starting stages of a cavity to form. They are not thought of as a cavity as of yet, but this is something that should be considered when it comes to fixing the outside of the teeth and making sure that the tooth is cleaned out and taken care of.
Pits in the Enamel
Pits happen because of the acid on the teeth. These small holes will become larger ones. Once the pits happen through the enamel, then the acid that the tooth gets exposed. This leaves the acid the ability to get to the dentin in the mouth. This creates an even bigger hole in the tooth, which is where the cavity forms. This then can lead to the roots of the teeth, which is usually where a root canal is needed since it causes an infection to happen. When the enamel is breaking down on the surface of the teeth, then this is something that needs to be addressed. When the enamel of the teeth is broken down too much, it can cause problems much bigger than a small cavity. A skilled dentist is able to provide the help that is needed for fixing the teeth in the mouth. Speak with our office today if you think you have cavities that need to be addressed. These cavities are something that can lead to bigger problems, which means that our dentists need to take a look at them, fix them up and make sure they are taken care of sooner, rather than later. It can be worth it in the end. Give us a call today to learn even more.