CAVITIES & TOOTH DECAY

Dead Tooth: Causes, Symptoms, And Treatments

Last updated 06/25
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This blog has been reviewed and approved by Dr Robert Lee, a dental professional of 35 years

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Key Takeaways

  1. A dead tooth results when the living tissue inside, known as the pulp, dies and no longer receives blood flow. 
  2. The definition of a dead tooth is a tooth where the inner pulp, which contains nerves and blood vessels, has died. 
  3. Causes of a dead tooth often relate to deep tooth decay that reaches the pulp, tooth injuries, and trauma. 
  4. Dead teeth often become discoloured, appearing different from your other healthy teeth. 
  5. There are noticeable symptoms that indicate you may have a dead tooth or decaying tooth. 
  6. If you have tooth pain, odour or notice yellow or greyish teeth, be sure to consult a dentist.