Confident Dental Care is a best dental clinic in Bangalore, India. The
five Hidden Signs of tooth decay and what you want to do to prevent
it before it’s too late!“Most
people assume that tooth decay is related to severe toothache but
that’s not always the case. Many of us suffer from it without even
knowing it. It's relatively painless in the early stages. Tooth decay
is one of the most common health complaints and if left untreated
leads to cavities. Advanced tooth decay is the main cause for many
cases of the root canals, fillings and tooth removals and could have
been avoided.
Tooth
decay is the destruction of tooth enamel or the outer layer of the
teeth. Enamel is protecting layer that protects the tooth from
bacteria, infections or injury. Plaque is a natural bacteria present
within the mouth and when left in the mouth for a long time begins to
destroy the enamel and goes further to destruct the insides of the
tooth.This is a slow method and will take months or even years to
make a cavity.
Sometimes
the symptoms of tooth decay are quite obvious. There are some cases
once patients come to me seeking help for severe toothache or
sensitivity towards hot or cold foods or beverages. These are clear
indicators of tooth decay on the process. Visible white spots on the
surface of the teeth or tiny pits or holes in the teeth are advanced
signs of tooth decay. But in most cases the early stages of tooth
decay are painless and hence go ignored. In some cases the pulp of
the tooth is already infected and as such root canal or fillings or
extractions are the only treatment choices left.
