Oral Diseases

Severe Open Carious Molar With Pulp Exposure Causing Pain, Infection, and Oral Odor

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Visual Examination (Zoom 100% – Clinical Findings)

Tooth involved:

  • Lower posterior molar (likely first or second molar)

Observed conditions:

  • Extensive crown destruction due to advanced dental caries

  • Open pulp chamber clearly visible

  • Dark brown to black necrotic dentin

  • Two exposed root canal orifices

  • Food debris and bacterial biofilm present

Understanding Tooth Discoloration - What the Color of Your Teeth Reveals About Dental Health

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Tooth discoloration is more than just a cosmetic issue — it can also be a sign of deeper dental problems. While some stains come from food and drinks, others originate from inside the tooth, linked to conditions such as calcification, internal resorption, pulp necrosis, or even tetracycline staining. Each color change tells a different story about what’s happening within your teeth.

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