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Darkening Of A Tooth Root

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Darkening of the tooth root root leading to discoloration of the tissues around a tooth and is often a sign of an underlying problem. The blackout that occurred in the tooth root, dental health and more about the signs of serious problems can be treated, it is important to be on time. Darkening of a tooth root, usually trauma, infection, or due to reasons such as root canal therapy gum disease will occur. In this paper, the blackout at the root of the tooth causes, symptoms and treatment methods that we'll discuss.

The Causes Of The Blackout In The Tooth Root

  1. Trauma and shock
    The inner tissues of the tooth or trauma, blunt force trauma may cause damage to the teeth. Such trauma may cause damage to the nerves of a tooth to change the color of your teeth. Tooth discoloration is usually this manifests itself in the form of the blackout from occurring in the root. Especially in children, during sports or accidents such trauma is common.
  2. Root Canal Therapy
    After dental root canal treatment, in some cases, tooth discoloration may occur. During the treatment, the materials used, or changes in the internal structure of the tooth, the tooth root may cause it to darken. The natural color of the tooth, root canal therapy, it is common to lose.
  3. Infection and abscess
    Tooth root infection or abscess formation, may cause darkening of the root tissue. This infection usually occur due to tooth decay or gum disease. Abscess accumulation of pus in the teeth by causing the root of the tooth and can cause damage to the color of the darkening of the tooth root occur.
  4. Gum Disease (Periodontal Disease)
    Advanced gum disease, the gums and the roots of the teeth to have taken place may reveal. In this case, the darkening of the tooth root can be seen. Gum disease usually results in inflammation and tissue damage, and therefore, the tooth root discoloration may occur.
  5. Aging
    In the structure of the teeth during the aging process occur from natural wear and changes in tooth color may occur. As the age progresses, the tooth may become more pronounced in the root of the blackout.
  6. Neglect Of Oral Hygiene
    Regular teeth cleaning is not performed when plaque and tartar can build up on the teeth. This may cause the color of the teeth to darken over time and the accumulation of plaque. Especially the formation of tartar around the teeth, which leads to darkening of the tooth root.

Symptoms Of The Tooth Root In The Blackout

Darkening of a tooth root, usually shows the following symptoms:

  1. Color Change
    Blackout in the root zone of the tooth, may be of a different color from the surface of the tooth. This discoloration usually brown, shades of gray or black may be in.
  2. Tooth Sensitivity
    With the blackout sensitivity in the teeth on the tooth root can be seen. Especially hot, cold or sweet foods is a common symptom of increased sensitivity to.
  3. Problems With Gums
    Darkening of a tooth root, usually along with gum problems will occur. Swelling in the gums, redness, bleeding, or pain may also be accompanied by symptoms such as the blackout.
  4. Pain or discomfort
    Darkening of a tooth root, due to underlying infection can cause pain. The pain may be throbbing or constant, and can be exacerbated when a tooth for a print is made.

Methods Of Treatment Of The Tooth Root In The Blackout

Darkening of a tooth root when it is noticed, to identify and implement appropriate treatment for the underlying cause of this condition is very important. The blackout in the tooth root treatment methods include:

  1. Root Canal Treatment
    If the tarnish has occurred due to infection or abscess tooth root, root canal treatment can be done. This treatment is by removing the nerve tissue inside the root canal of the tooth to fill in the infected contained. Removing the infection out of this process recovers.
  2. Teeth whitening
    For the blackout that occurred after a root canal, tooth whitening methods available. Teeth whitening process dentist can correct the appearance of the color of the teeth can lead and aesthetically.
  3. Filler or coating
    The blackout that occurred in the tooth root can be corrected with filler or coating. Especially in cases where aesthetic concerns at the forefront of the teeth to correct the appearance of the coating can be applied.
  4. Antibiotic Therapy
    If the darkening of the root originates from dental infection, the dentist may prescribe antibiotics. By taking control of infection, antibiotics can be used to alleviate other symptoms that are caused by the blackout.
  5. Gum Treatment
    Darkening of the tooth root due to gum disease because of a periodontal treatment can be applied. This treatment, by clearing the accumulation of plaque and tartar under the gums aims to restore the health of your gums.

Suggestions To Prevent Blackouts In The Tooth Root

  • Regular brushing and flossing: Brushing and flossing your teeth at least twice a day, preventing the formation of plaque and tartar around the tooth root and prevents blackouts.
  • Regular Dentist Check-ups: Visit your dentist regularly, in the root of the tooth and other dental problems in the early stages of the blackout it is important to detect.
  • Avoidance Of Tobacco Products: Cigarettes and other tobacco products, may cause the tooth to darken the roots. To quit tobacco use, helps in maintaining your dental health.

Results

Darkening of a tooth root, or infection can be a symptom of changes in the structure of the tooth to be treated and on time is important. If you notice darkening of a tooth root, a dentist by contacting the appropriate treatment methods, you should evaluate the situation and find out the cause of. Early diagnosis and treatment, ensures that your teeth stay healthy and prevent possible complications.

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