What are the Symptoms of Tooth Decay?

Written by Dr. Trupti Shirole, BAMS, CGO

Medically Reviewed by The Medindia Medical Review Team on Nov 12, 2014

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What are the Symptoms of Tooth Decay?

Cavities are usually painless until they grow very large inside the internal structures of the tooth i.e. the dentin and the pulp at the core.

Symptoms of tooth decay include -

Toothache, particularly after eating or drinking sweet or cold foods.
Color changes on the surface of the teeth
Visible pits or holes in the teeth

Published on Nov 12, 2014
Last Updated on Nov 12, 2014

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can any one describe the process of tooth decay

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Tooth Decay - Symptoms

Tooth Decay - Symptoms

What are the Symptoms of Tooth Decay?

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