“How do you know if the nerve in your tooth is exposed?”

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“How do you know if the nerve in your tooth is exposed?”

I am a 35 year old female. I wonder how can you know if the nerve in your tooth is exposed?

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**Irene Sekunda** Dentist Toronto, Ontario · Accepted Answer

Irene Sekunda Dentist Toronto, Ontario

You will feel that

**Dr. Mitchell V. Karl** Dentist East Brunswick, New Jersey · Accepted Answer

Dr. Mitchell V. Karl Dentist East Brunswick, New Jersey

You would usually experience pain. But pain doesn’t necessarily mean that the nerve is exposed. You need to see your dentist.

**W. Jack Saxonhouse** Dentist | Periodontics Loxahatchee, Florida · Accepted Answer

W. Jack Saxonhouse Dentist | Periodontics Loxahatchee, Florida

If you have sensitivity to hot, cold, or sweets, if it hurts, then you might have an exposed nerve.