Can a teeth with a blackish discoloration be caries?

Question

Hello doctor,

I have very poor oral hygiene, which is causing caries in multiple teeth. These caries appear blackish. Is this tooth decay? I am also experiencing pain in a few teeth. Additionally, I am diabetic, and I suffer from high blood pressure, for which I take prescribed medications. I occasionally smoke cigarettes, and I am a heavy coffee drinker. Can you please help me and suggest treatment options for my teeth and how I can improve my oral hygiene?

Kindly suggest.

Thank you.

Answer 1

Hello,

Welcome to icliniq.com.

I read your query and understood your concern.

I have doubts that these black-colored stains could be tobacco stains, which are not indicative of caries. I suggest you follow the below-mentioned instructions:

Avoid tobacco and quit smoking as they are cancerous in nature.
Brush twice a day and rinse regularly after every meal with water.
Refrain from sticky and refined diets.
Get oral prophylaxis done at least twice a year.
Include fibrous food in your diet for good digestion and mastication.
Reduce beverage consumption by 50 percent to avoid further stains.

I hope this has helped you. Kindly follow up if you have more doubts.

Thank you.