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I have a very tiny black spot in a tooth i am afraid it might be a cavity the area is very reachable by my toothbrush it is strange how can i be sure?
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Cavity or not?: See a dentist to determine whether or not it is a cavity. There is no way you can determine that on your own.
Answered 7/31/2017
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Black spot: The most common black spot is a cavity. This can be removed and repaired with a white resin filling. Some stains can appear dark. This can be at the margin of an old filling or in a recess on tooth. Some can be cleaned, repaired or replaced by you dentist. Also, tartar stuck to tooth can appear black. It can be removed by dental hygienist at dental cleaning.
Answered 2/17/2014
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See a dentist: The very tiny black spot can possibly be a stain or a cavity. A dentist will easily be able to tell once he/she examines the area.
Answered 8/27/2014
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