Are you concerned that you might have a cavity?
Are you experiencing some discomfort in your mouth and suspect that you may be dealing with a cavity? If so, it’s best to contact Padden Dental, a specialist in cosmetic dentistry Vancouver WA, to schedule an exam.
In the meantime, here are some ways that you can check things out on your own to see if you may have a cavity:
Look for any noticeable holes in your teeth.
A telltale sign that you are dealing with a cavity is if you notice any holes on the surface of your teeth. Stand in front of the mirror in your bathroom and use a small handheld mirror to thoroughly examine your mouth. The most common places that you may find these holes is in the center of your molars, premolars, and the sides of your incisors.
Take note of any discoloration on your teeth.
There are several different stages of discoloration that you may find on your teeth. If you notice that one part of your tooth is whiter than the rest of it, that’s a sign that the tooth’s enamel is beginning to breakdown. Any yellow or brown spots is an indication that the tooth itself is beginning to breakdown. If you happen to find any gray or black spots, the enamel has already been badly damaged.
Notice how often you experience a toothache or sensitivity.
When you have a cavity, bacteria reaches the inner part of your tooth, leading to this sensitivity and discomfort.
Check your breath.
When someone is dealing with tooth decay, they will inevitably have bad breath. This breath can be foul in both odor and taste.
If you are questioning if you have a cavity, be sure to contact us at Padden Dental, your best resource for cosmetic dentistry Vancouver WA.