What Are Painless Tooth Infections?

Posted on 21 October 2020

Tooth infections are normally painful. They can be caused by decay, fractures, misalignments, trauma or other underlying medical issues. But how exactly does a painless tooth infection occur? Keep reading to find out more.

Key takeaway:

-  There is no pain involved in the early stages of a tooth infection as the pulp has not yet been damaged.

-  A strong immune system may prevent a tooth infection from being symptomatic.

-  An untreated tooth infection may cause adverse effects such as tooth loss and gum disease. 

Brush your teeth and visit your dentist regularly for routine checkups -- so any decay can be caught early, before the pain starts.

Read more at https://yourdentalhealthresource.com/can-a-tooth-infection-be-painless/