Toothache or persistent tooth pain
Pain when chewing or biting down
Sensitivity to hot, cold, sweet, or sour foods/drinks
Visible dark spots, brown spots, or white chalky areas on a tooth
Tooth discoloration that doesn’t go away
A rough or sticky feeling on the tooth surface
Catching food in a spot that won’t clear
Bad breath or an unusual taste that persists
Swelling in the face or gums
Pain that worsens over time
A visible hole or pit in a tooth
Bleeding gums near a specific tooth with ongoing irritation
Tooth pain that wakes you at night
Pain with spontaneous throbbing (without triggers)
Recurrent abscess or pimple-like bump on the gum line near a tooth
Tooth fracture or chipping around a weak area
Food trapping plus new sensitivity or discoloration
You notice changes after a recent dental cleaning or exam indicating early decay