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A member asked:

My gums have a small black dot around where my tooth became sensitive to air but i can eat perfectly fine what is going on?

4 doctors weighed in across 2 answers
Dr. Theodore Davantzis answered

Specializes in Dentistry

Carious Lesion: Appears you have a cavity in that area. Please see a local dentist.

Dr Malerman and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 4/2/2019

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Cavity: Probably a root surface cavity. Spreads quickly. Please see your Dentist immediately.

Dr Modi agreed

Answered 4/1/2019

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