Decay under gum

[Samereynolds]

I’m an idiot for not taking care of my teeth earlier. I’m in early twenties and I have a lot of cavities to take care of. I’m due a check up at the dentist soon and I’m nervous. I have what I think are called gum line cavities on my bottom front teeth. I can move the gum to see that there is decay. How do they perform fillings if it’s under my gum?

 

[Samereynolds]

Also the loose gums in front of my bottom teeth, is that what is considered to be periodontal pockets? What can be done?

 

[Enarete]

Hi Samereynolds,

don't blame yourself for not taking care of your teeth earlier, you can simply start now.. Glad you will be having a check up. I don't know about cavities under the gum line being filled, but I know that if you haven't seen a dentist for a while, then things may look worse than they are, so better wait for the opinion of a dentist. If you have any gum problems, a cleaning and a good home care should take care of it.