Progression of tooth decay and treatment methods
If the cavity is very small in the early stages, it may be cured (remineralized) by brushing,If symptoms progress, they will not improve without treatment, and the disease will not heal naturally.Therefore, early treatment is very important.
C0 |Decalcification
The enamel on the surface of the teeth has slightly dissolved, making them appear cloudy.There are no subjective symptoms such as pain.Proper brushing can sometimes help heal (remineralize).
Comment from Doctor
Regular checkups and brushing can help remineralize your teeth.
C0 is a state where there are few caries bacteria and the teeth can be remineralized. However, there is a risk that remineralization will not occur and the tooth will progress to C1 (enamel caries).Maintain your C0 status by visiting the dentist regularly.
C1 |Tooth enamel caries
The enamel has dissolved and the surface of the tooth has turned black. There are no subjective symptoms such as pain yet.Treatment involves removing the decayed area and filling it with plastic (resin) international success.
We recommend direct bonding treatment (private treatment) which allows treatment without grinding the teeth as much as possible.doing.
Comment from Doctor
Early treatment allows for less pain
Treatment at C1 stage is almost painless as only the surface of the tooth is scraped slightly. Treatment beyond C1 may require anesthesia, soEarly detection and early treatment are paramount.
C2 |Dentin caries
A condition in which tooth decay has progressed to the dentin beneath the enamel.My teeth hurt when I eat cold or sweet things.Treatment involves drilling out the decayed area and filling it with an inlay.
As with treatment for C1We recommend direct bonding treatment (private treatment) which allows treatment without grinding the teeth as much as possible.doing.
Comment from Doctor
If you are in pain, please see a doctor as soon as possible.
This is tooth decay that occasionally causes pain in daily life. If it progresses further and causes chronic pain, the number of treatments required will increase significantly, so we recommend that you see a dentist as soon as possible.
C3 |Cavities that have reached the nerve (severe)
A condition in which tooth decay has reached the nerve.Severe throbbing pain even when not doing anythingA treatment is performed to remove the nerve (root canal treatment), and a crown is placed to restore function.
Comment from Doctor
Don't endure the pain, come see us
This is the state where the bacteria has reached the nerve (tooth pulp). If left untreated, pus will form at the base of the tooth, requiring long-term treatment.
C4 |Cavities that have reached the root of the tooth (late stage)
The nerve has died and decay has reached the root of the tooth.If root canal treatment is unable to save the tooth, extraction is requiredYou should then consider implant treatment, bridge treatment, or denture treatment.
Comment from Doctor
Not only can it cause tooth decay, it can also affect the whole body.
If the nerve (tooth pulp) is dead,I'm no longer in pain but I'm not cured.If left untreated, the bacteria can reach the jawbone and cause high fever or other illnesses.