“How can you tell if you have a deep cavity?”
I am a 28 year old male. I want to know how can I tell if I have a deep cavity?
7 Answers
DentistDentist
Impossible to do without a dental X-ray
You can't unless it is so large you can see it. Even an X-ray may not show how extensive the destruction is.
Sensitivity to cold and heat and biting....or any of those symptoms.
We rely on interpreting the X-rays taken to determine the extent of the cavity/decay.
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Hi there,
This is a difficult question to answer as deep cavities can present various symptoms ranging from sensitivity to hot, cold, sweet, biting or simply spontaneous pain as well as no symptoms at all. My advice to you is to get a dental check up if you think something is wrong. It is best to address this soon and treat it before it gets worse.
This is a difficult question to answer as deep cavities can present various symptoms ranging from sensitivity to hot, cold, sweet, biting or simply spontaneous pain as well as no symptoms at all. My advice to you is to get a dental check up if you think something is wrong. It is best to address this soon and treat it before it gets worse.
If you know you have a cavity, it is probably deep. If you're having pain, you have a big problem. Please call a dentist.
Hello,
It is very difficult to tell if a deep cavity is present without some experience and an x-ray (radiograph). However, there are some signs and symptoms that can suggest the possibility of a deep cavity. First of all it is important to rule some things in. Deep cavities usually have some sensitivity or down right painful times. Deep cavities usually also have darkened (black or brown) enamel around the edges of the tooth. If brown or black spots can be seen and it is a cavity, chances are it goes much deeper.
Secondly, there are some things that should be ruled out. If there is gum (gingival) recession around the tooth and the only symptom is sensitivity, the cause of the sensitivity could very well be the gum recession and not a deep cavity.
If any of these are suspected a visit to a dentist for an exam and x-ray will help out a lot. Hope this helps.
My best to you!
William F. Scott IV, DMD
It is very difficult to tell if a deep cavity is present without some experience and an x-ray (radiograph). However, there are some signs and symptoms that can suggest the possibility of a deep cavity. First of all it is important to rule some things in. Deep cavities usually have some sensitivity or down right painful times. Deep cavities usually also have darkened (black or brown) enamel around the edges of the tooth. If brown or black spots can be seen and it is a cavity, chances are it goes much deeper.
Secondly, there are some things that should be ruled out. If there is gum (gingival) recession around the tooth and the only symptom is sensitivity, the cause of the sensitivity could very well be the gum recession and not a deep cavity.
If any of these are suspected a visit to a dentist for an exam and x-ray will help out a lot. Hope this helps.
My best to you!
William F. Scott IV, DMD
