Darkening of a tooth is a good indicator that the tooth may be dying. Your dentist will take an x-ray of the tooth and may test the tooth to determine if the tooth will need a root canal and subsequently a core with a crown.
We find that patients experience this quite often after this procedure and is very short-lived with just a little extra care. Applying Vaseline works well to moisturize the lips and improve the elasticity. The procedure is lengthy and involves a bit of tugging for proper access. Be assured that healing is quick and your lips will feel better within a few days.
