Dental caries
Moderateहिंदी: रुकी हुई दांत की सड़न · தமிழ்: நிறுத்தப்பட்ட பல் சிதைவு · ಕನ್ನಡ: ನಿಲ್ಲಿಸಿದ ಹಲ್ಲು ಕೊಳೆತ · తెలుగు: ఆగిపోయిన దంత క్షయం · বাংলা: থেমে যাওয়া দাঁত ক্ষয় · मराठी: थांबलेली दात किडणे · ગુજરાતી: અટકી ગયેલો દાંતનો સડો
About this condition
Tooth decay or cavities are the most common cause of toothache in India, affecting people of all ages. Bacteria damage tooth enamel creating holes that expose sensitive inner layers. Treatment involves filling the cavity; untreated decay can lead to abscess and tooth loss.
Common symptoms
toothachesensitivity to hot and coldvisible cavitypain on chewingbad breathtooth discoloration
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When to see a doctor: within 2-3 days for dental evaluation
Frequently asked questions
What are the symptoms of Dental caries?
toothache, sensitivity to hot and cold, visible cavity, pain on chewing, bad breath, tooth discoloration.
When should I see a doctor?
within 2-3 days for dental evaluation
Is Dental caries common in India?
Dental caries is commonly seen across India.
Important: This information is for general awareness only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice. Always consult a qualified doctor. In an emergency, call 112.
Data sourced from NIH NLM and MOHFW India.
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