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If a black stain appears in my tooth is that a cavity ?

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Dr. Silviu Pasniciuc answered

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Not necessarily: It can be just a stain or early cavity. Make sure you see your dentist twice a year for prevention/ cleaning. If having pain also likely cavity.

Dr Asseff agreed

Answered 7/7/2014

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A member asked:

If a black stain appears in my tooth is that a cavity ?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Silviu Pasniciuc answered

Dr Asseff agreed

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