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Cavities left untreated

2018-04-17 17:25:13
I had a cavity which couldn't get treated,so now i lost the tooth and there's a gap. Can it be fixed? How much time would it take?
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Yes it can be done. There are various choices for replacement and the time varies depending on what option you decide to choose. Please consult a dentist. If you want you can consult me privately on Practo.

Answered2018-04-18 05:21:56

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You can opt for an implant or a fixed bridge. A bridge might take around 10 days max while an implant is usually done in 2 phases. Talk to your dentist about it

Answered2018-04-18 01:42:09

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