I had braces for 4 years and I got them taken off in March. Recently I noticed 2 brown spots on the molar that was surrounded by metal for the braces the entire 4 years. Theyre visible to the eye right away without having to search for them if I open my mouth. I decided to stick a toothpick in one of the holes on the side today and I was able to shove it in a good millimetre or so. When it stopped going further I noticed sensitivity when I continued to probe it. Does this sound like something I would need a root canal for?
Hi. Welcome to Chat Doctor . As per your query the tooth seems to be decayed and brown spots are due to decay. Sensitivity occurs when you reach close to the nerves present in the center of the tooth.However, a clinical examination and x-ray is a must to rule out the exact status of the tooth and in case if there is no deep decay then filling with tooth colored filling material will go. In case if decay is deep then Root Canal Treated is advised following antibiotics and painkillers. Hope this helps. Regards.