Deep cavity

2017-09-15 17:41:26
Upper last corner of teeth is gone half due to cavity and doctor prescribed for screw is there any other method possible for getting the teeth back or keeping cap without screw
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No dear if u are telling that half of the tooth is gone then for better result and durability post core (screw) is must.
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Other way is to get it extracted followed my a prosthesis.
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prevention is always better than cure so watch out for slightest cavity and get it filled.

Answered2017-09-15 17:58:27

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The screw or also called as post helps strengthen the Restoration over which the prosthesis is placed. It is the best possible way to save your tooth.

Answered2017-09-15 17:56:39

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