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🦷 From Cavity to Dying Tooth: How Decay Progresses

1️⃣ Enamel Decay (Early Cavity) – Decay starts on the outer layer of your tooth. You might not feel it yet, but acids from bacteria are beginning to break down enamel. 🦷✨

2️⃣ Dentin Decay (Advanced Cavity) – If untreated, decay spreads into the dentin, the layer beneath enamel. Teeth may become sensitive to hot, cold, or sweet foods. ⚡

3️⃣ Pulp Infection (Tooth Nerve Affected) – Decay reaches the pulp, where nerves and blood vessels are. This can cause severe pain, swelling, and infection. 😣

4️⃣ Abscess Formation – Infection may spread beyond the tooth into surrounding tissues, forming an abscess. You could notice swelling, pus, and intense pain. 🩸

5️⃣ Necrosis (Dying Tooth) – If untreated, the pulp dies, and the tooth may lose sensation but remain at risk of further infection or bone loss. At this stage, treatments like root canals or extraction are often necessary. ⚠️

💡 Prevention is key! Regular brushing, flossing, limiting sugary foods, and routine dental visits can stop decay before it reaches these advanced stages. Catching problems early means less pain, fewer procedures, and a healthier smile! 😁💙

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