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Self-Diagnosis

How do I understand my condition?

Symptoms of Cavities

The signs and symptoms of cavities and tooth decay vary depending on their extent and location. When a cavity is just beginning,
you may not have any symptoms at all. But your dentist may be able to see that decay is starting and recommend steps to keep it from getting worse.

As the decay gets larger, it may cause such signs and symptoms as:

 Symptoms of Root Canal

Sometimes no symptoms are present; however, signs you may need a root canal include:

Symptoms of Gum Disease/ Periodontal Disease:

Periodontal disease is often silent, meaning symptoms may not appear until an advanced stage of the disease.
However, warning signs of periodontal disease include the following:

Bruxism

Bruxism is characterized by the grinding of the teeth and typically includes the clenching of the jaw. It is an oral parafunctional activity that occurs in most humans at some time in their lives. In most people, bruxism is mild enough not to be a health problem.

While bruxism may be a diurnal or nocturnal activity, it is bruxism during sleep that causes the majority of health issues, it can even occur during short naps. Bruxism is one of the most common sleep disorders.

Symptoms of Bruxisim: