Yep. Unlike pre-cavities, where fluoride treatment, stellar dental hygiene, and sealants can sometimes reverse the problem, a filling is the only solution for a real cavity.

A cavity is a small area of tooth decay that forms holes in the hard surface of teeth. If untreated, cavities can deepen, leading to infections or dental emergencies. Kunik Orthodontics emphasizes ...

WebMD explains the materials that are used to fill cavities in teeth, and how to choose the kind that's right for you.

A novel therapy holds real promise in changing the way dentists treat your cavities—they'd get the cavities to fill themselves.

In addition to killing cavity-causing bacteria, the treatment hardens tooth structure, desensitizes the tooth and even stops new cavities from forming.

In addition to killing cavity-causing bacteria, the treatment hardens tooth structure, desensitizes the tooth and even stops new cavities from forming.