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Today's Tip for Better Dental Health
Cavities usually don't hurt until the decay reaches the nerve of the tooth. Tooth decay often begins on biting surfaces, between the teeth and on exposed roots. If untreated the cavity spreads and becomes larger. Decay spreads beneath the enamel and can destroy the tooth structure. When the decay enters the pulp (nerve) an abscess can occur as well as a tooth ache.