🦷 Symptoms of Dental Caries (Tooth Decay)
Dental caries can be asymptomatic in the early stage. As decay progresses, common symptoms include:
White, chalky or brown/black spots on the tooth
Sensitivity to cold, hot, sweet or acidic foods
Toothache or spontaneous pain
Pain while chewing or biting
Food getting stuck repeatedly between teeth
Visible cavity or hole in the tooth
Bad breath or unpleasant taste
Tooth discoloration
In advanced decay: severe/throbbing pain, swelling of the gum or face, or a dental abscess
