What are the ways to treat black spot in teeth?

Question

Hello doctor,

Just yesterday I discovered that my front tooth looks a bit black and then I decided to look behind that tooth. I found out that there is a black spot between two teeth behind. And I have not seen it before I was a bit shocked to find that out.

I am a student and cannot afford to visit dentist. Can you please consult on how to cure it without pulling out and visiting a dentist?

Please advise.

Thank you.

Answer 1

Hello,

Welcome to icliniq.com.

I understand your concern.

The most common cause of black spots on the tooth is a cavity or tooth decay. Unfortunately, there are no medicines or home remedies that could stop the progression or cure tooth decay. This can only be done by a dental treatment. A tooth has three layers: outer enamel, dentin, and the innermost pulp layer.

When decay starts in the enamel layer, it does not show any symptoms other than a visible black spot on the tooth. At this stage, a simple tooth filling can be done. But if left untreated, it progresses through dentin, and when it reaches the nerve layer, it starts to give out pain. This is when a simple filling cannot be done. A root canal treatment and crown procedure will be the only option to save the tooth at that stage.

I can understand your situation, but please visit the dentist and get a simple filling done as soon as possible to save that tooth. Treating at the early stage will be a good decision financially. Meanwhile, avoid sticky and sugary foods and maintain good oral hygiene to reduce the decay from rapidly progressing.

I hope this helps.

Thank you.