What color is a rotten tooth?

Teeth that are dark in color are likely rotting. Black spots on the teeth or over the teeth are cause for concern. If you notice even a slight darkening of your teeth, meet with us right away to analyze, clean and restore your teeth.

What are the symptoms of a dying nerve in a tooth?

The pressure of swollen blood vessels on the pulp nerves will cause pain that could signal to you that you might have a dead tooth. This signal often comes in the form of spontaneous pain, pain when biting or chewing, or extreme sensitivity when drinking hot or cold beverages.

Can a discolored tooth be saved?

In some cases, the tooth will heal itself; however, it is common for the tooth to remain discolored or even die. Depending on the type of damage, treatment may involve a root canal to remove the dead tissue and bleaching or cosmetic restorations to improve the color of the tooth.

What does a dying tooth feel like?

Signs of a Dying Tooth Your tooth will become a haven for bacteria and you will notice several symptoms such as bad breath, bad taste, swelling, and you may notice a bump under your gums. Pain: You will likely experience pain as your nerve is pinched off.

What are the signs of a dead tooth?

However, there are some common signs for a dead tooth that you might notice at home: A dead tooth may have a break in it. This break may be the reason why the tooth is dead. The break may just look like a line through the tooth. But the break might be very obvious and you might have a chunk of your tooth missing.

Why does a dead tooth turn a different color?

A change in color usually occurs because the red blood cells are dying. This is a very similar effect to bruising. The discoloration will usually happen if a dead tooth goes untreated and will increase over time. There are two main causes of a dead tooth: tooth decay and tooth trauma. Tooth decay can lead to a dead tooth.

What causes pain when you have a dead tooth?

Pain is another possible symptom. Some people don’t feel any pain. Others feel mild pain, and still other people will feel intense pain. The pain is often caused by the dying nerve. It can also be caused by infection.

When to see a dentist for a dying tooth?

A dying tooth may be identified during a routine dental appointment that includes X-rays. It may also be identified if you see your dentist because of pain or concerns over discoloration. You should always see your dentist following any tooth injury, or if you have any signs of a dying tooth.