{"id":686,"date":"2025-06-12T18:16:39","date_gmt":"2025-06-12T18:16:39","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.treehousepediatricdentistry.com\/blog\/?p=686"},"modified":"2025-07-01T21:27:29","modified_gmt":"2025-07-01T21:27:29","slug":"cavity-between-teeth-how-can-you-tell","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.treehousepediatricdentistry.com\/blog\/?p=686","title":{"rendered":"Hidden Clues for Sneaky Cavities: How to Tell One Exists Between Your Child\u2019s Teeth"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Spotting a cavity<\/a> isn\u2019t always easy, especially if one forms between your child\u2019s teeth. Dentists rely on advanced digital imaging and a keen eye while performing visual examinations to detect early signs of dental decay and caries. But is there any way to tell if your child has a cavity that needs repair? Are there things you can do at home to help prevent this kind of problem? Read on to discover what tips and techniques you can use to better protect your child\u2019s smile.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

Signs Indicating an Interproximal Cavity Exists<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

An interproximal cavity is commonly referred to as a cavity between two teeth. These are often hard to detect, unlike those that form on the chewing surfaces of teeth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you notice that your child is complaining about increased sensitivity while eating anything cold or sweet, or they have trouble chewing on the side of their mouth that contains the cavity, it may indicate that restorative care is required to address an interproximal cavity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What a Dentist Can Do to Repair the Problem<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

When taking your child to the dentist for an interproximal cavity, there\u2019s a good chance they will recommend one of several treatment options. The one they choose will depend on how much damage the cavity has caused.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Recommended restorative services may include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n