{"id":12163,"date":"2022-10-04T13:15:56","date_gmt":"2022-10-04T20:15:56","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/arrowdentalarts.com\/home\/?p=12163"},"modified":"2022-10-04T13:15:58","modified_gmt":"2022-10-04T20:15:58","slug":"understanding-the-signs-of-dead-teeth","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/arrowdentalarts.com\/home\/understanding-the-signs-of-dead-teeth\/","title":{"rendered":"Understanding The Signs Of Dead Teeth"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Did you know that teeth can become permanently ill?&nbsp;You may not have much time to treat dying teeth symptoms once they start.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why Dead Teeth?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The pulp is the soft tissue that surrounds healthy teeth.&nbsp;The pulp is home to the nerve tissue and blood vessels that keeps the tooth alive.&nbsp;The pulp extends from their crowns to the tips of the roots.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Sometimes, the pulp may become damaged.&nbsp;It can become damaged and unable to heal itself.&nbsp;The tooth is considered dead or unvital if the pulp has died.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>There are many ways that your pulp could be injured.&nbsp;Two causes are cracked teeth and deep cavities.&nbsp;Cracked teeth can allow bacteria from your mouth to reach your pulp.&nbsp;The pulp can also be reached by bacteria from deep cavities.&nbsp;Both situations can lead to pulp infection and death.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Signs of dead teeth<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Sometimes, pain doesn&#8217;t necessarily occur after a tooth is lost.\u00a0Some people\u00a0<strong>may not feel any pain<\/strong>, and may not even know that their tooth is gone.\u00a0These asymptomatic, dead teeth should be checked regularly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A dying or dead tooth could be a sign of:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>When chewing or biting, the affected tooth feels pain.<\/li><li>Toothache that is sudden and uncontrollable<\/li><li>Drinking hot or cold beverages can cause hypersensitivity in the affected teeth<\/li><li>A decayed tooth may appear discolored or gray.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">There are many treatment options<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Your pulp will not heal on its own if it becomes infected or dies.&nbsp;The infection that caused the death of the pulp could spread to your bone and other teeth if you don&#8217;t get dental treatment.&nbsp;Your jawbone can become infected and a pocket of pus may form.&nbsp;Dead teeth should be treated immediately.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Two main options for treating dead teeth are\u00a0<strong>root canal treatment<\/strong>.\u00a0Your dentist will recommend which treatment is best for you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Your dentist might recommend that you have your tooth extracted if it is cracked or severely damaged.&nbsp;Root canal treatment might be possible if your tooth is not in a bad condition.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Keep your teeth healthy<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>You can do many things to maintain your healthy teeth.&nbsp;It is important to maintain a good oral hygiene regimen.&nbsp;Fluoride toothpaste should be used twice daily to brush your teeth.&nbsp;Fluoride toothpaste strengthens your teeth by repairing gum damage and remineralizing weak enamel.&nbsp;Also, floss at least once per day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Protect your teeth if you are involved in any sport.\u00a0A mouthguard is the best way to\u00a0<strong>protect you teeth from injury<\/strong>.\u00a0Ask your dentist for a custom-fitted mouthguard.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Consult a dentist immediately if you are concerned about the health of your teeth.&nbsp;Your dentist will quickly recommend the best treatment to restore your smile&#8217;s health and make you feel great.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Did you know that teeth can become permanently ill?&nbsp;You may not have much time to treat dying teeth symptoms once they start. 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