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Believe it or not, teeth have life. You can confirm it by the pain when anything happens to them, and the blood flows. So, if a tooth is alive, it can be dead as well. You may have a dead tooth. You have to look at the symptoms<\/a> and get dental care as soon as possible.<\/span><\/p>\n

What Is A Dead Tooth?<\/strong><\/h2>\n

It is a situation when owing to an injury or decay, the blood supply to the tooth stops. A fast-coming soccer ball, a brawl, or ignorance to dental health can cause a dead tooth. Your tooth is made up of two types of layers- soft and hard. Apart from the crown that you see, there is a softcore. When the tiny nerves inside that soft pulp get damaged, it causes a dead tooth.<\/span><\/p>\n

What Are The Signs Of A Dead Tooth?<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Your body always tells you about the problems it\u2019s facing. In the same way, your tooth will tell you that it is suffering. It may start with pain or swelling of the gum<\/a>. A nerve is dying, and it may cause mild, moderate, or intense pain. When you brush your teeth<\/a>, always check for any problems even though you are not feeling any pain.<\/span><\/p>\n

Normally, your teeth are white or a little off-white. The color of your teeth depends on your diet. If you smoke, drink alcohol, or lots of coffee, it causes discoloration of teeth<\/a>. In the case of a dead tooth, it looks more yellow and distinguishes it from others. Sometimes, it may look grey, brown, or even black. It is a flashing neon sign telling you, see a doctor.<\/span><\/p>\n

If you experience bad breath<\/a>, swelling in your gums, or bad taste, these are also signs. A dead tooth may take a few days to die, or it can take months. The recommendation here is to see a doctor straight away.<\/span><\/p>\n

Why Does A Tooth Die?<\/span><\/h3>\n

There are several reasons for a dead tooth. If you had an injury, it could cause death as the nerves inside the tooth get damaged and die slowly. If you do not brush properly, it can also cause a dead tooth. If you don\u2019t brush properly, the cavity starts to take place in your teeth\u2019 enamel. It spreads and causes decay.<\/span><\/p>\n

How To Find Out About The Dead Tooth?<\/strong><\/h4>\n

If you have any of the signs mentioned above or had an injury recently, see the doctor. An X-ray will confirm.<\/span><\/p>\n

How To Treat A Dead Tooth?<\/strong><\/h4>\n

There are several ways in which you can save your dying tooth.<\/span><\/p>\n

Take Care Of The Pain<\/strong><\/h4>\n

If you are out of the station and don\u2019t have access to your dentist, take some precautions and keep the pain away. Do not eat or drink anything that can scale the damage.<\/span><\/p>\n