Rotting teeth can cause sensitivity and pain in the teeth and gums.
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What Causes Rotten Teeth?
What Are the Signs of Rotting Teeth?
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White spotson your teeth are a symptom of mineral loss and an early sign of tooth decay.
In severe cases of tooth decay, there may also be noticeableabscesses(pus-filled pockets) or swelling.
What Are the Symptoms of Rotten Teeth?
You may feel the physical symptoms of tooth decay before any visible signs are recognized.
Your dentist will choose an appropriate treatment based on the severity of decay and other symptoms.
Increased bacteria in the mouth can lead to infections, which can be severe if left untreated.
Once tooth decay develops, your dentist may provide fluoride treatments or fillings to repair the damage.
In severe cases, a dentist will remove the decayed tooth and replace it with an implant.
See a dentist for regular cleanings and exams.
Be sure to bring up your dental hygiene habits and your risk of developing tooth decay.
If rotten left untreated, your dentist may have to remove the affected teeth.
you’ve got the option to also develop severe oral or systemic infections.
Pain, the tooth turning gray, and bad breath are signs of a dead tooth.
A dentist may be able to perform a root canal to save a dying tooth.
Otherwise, the dead tooth will be extracted.
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