What are the signs of tooth decay?
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dunno my teeth ar perfect
go to the dds
a black tooth. duh.
they hurt, especially when brushing, and near the gums they get really dirty looking
Pain and a black spot on the tooth.
Pain, brown or black plaque on the tooth are the usual signs a hole in your tooth well that's indicates a cavity.
By the time the tooth turns dark you are in serious trouble. Watch for hot and cold sensitivity, sweetness causes pain,
discoloration is very late in the game. Get to the dentist. Remember you can't always see a cavity but an x-ray can.
Signs of tooth decay I've been told is the colour of the tooth changes you can see when a hole is starting, but most important that you go to the dentist regularly as a tooth can start to decay from the inside out, i know i went for a general check up an had no pain in my mouth, but after taking x'ray found that my bottom second molar was starting to decay form the inside out. i was lucky to save the tooth!OUCH!!!
Usually sensitivity/pain to sweets is a sign of a cavity. You may or may not notice a black spot or discoloration on the tooth. Alot of times you can have a cavity and not feel a thing. That's why going to a dentist on a regular basis and having x-rays taken at intervals based on his/her recommendation is so important. A dentist can see decay on x-rays and take care of it BEFORE it causes pain. So, to answer your question... it could be a few signs... sensitivity to sweets, cold, air or having a "toothache". Discoloration on a tooth could also be a sign. If you think you have a cavity... please see your dentist to be sure.
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