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When cavities develop and worsen, they can penetrate deeper than the enamel and dentin layers, reaching the pulp inside the tooth. This is what deep tooth decay is. At this point, the decay might hurt a lot, lead to an infection, and even make an abscess form. Some of the most prevalent causes are not cleaning your teeth often, having a dry mouth, eating a lot of sweet or acidic foods, and not going to the dentist regularly.

If your teeth are very decayed, you might experience severe or throbbing pain, see holes or dark spots on the tooth, have foul breath, or be sensitive to hot or cold foods. A root canal may be needed to remove the damaged tissue and seal the tooth if the pulp is sick, but the tooth can still be saved. In more serious cases, the only thing you can do is pull the tooth.

You should brush your teeth twice a day, floss every day, use fluoride toothpaste, and see the dentist often to keep your teeth from deteriorating too badly. Finding and treating cavities early can stop the decay from getting worse and help keep your mouth healthy for a long time.