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Symptoms of an Exposed Tooth Root – Consulate Dental Plans
It is important to know that an exposed root may not be visible depending on the location of the affected tooth. Such as if the tooth that has an exposed root is in the back of your mouth you may not notice what is going on but you may certainly feel the symptoms of an exposes root.
You maybe be able to see an exposed root if
- Damage to the gums exposes the deeper structures of the tooth.
- The top of the tooth has broken off, leaving the root visible.
- The tooth is beginning to rotate, loosen, or fall out.
A person with an exposed root may also experience:
- Pain when brushing the teeth
- Bleeding gums
- Changes to the shape of the gums or teeth
- Tooth senativity to hot/cold and sweet foods or drinks.