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Half decayed tooth

2018-07-19 17:59:05
I have this half decayed  tooth. Half of  the tooth is fine but other half is badly decayed. Can root canal treatment along  with post and core save my tooth because I don't want to get tooth extraction. By the way is tooth extraction required in this case?
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Yes u can go for RCT followed by post - core   and cap to save your tooth.

Answered2018-07-20 04:20:39

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Tooth extraction is not required. Your tooth will be save by rct, followed by capping.

Answered2018-07-20 10:05:37

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Hi....from xray it seems rct followed by post and core can be done but clinical examination is also required. You can visit an endodontist for proper guidance.

Answered2018-07-20 05:42:17

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Clinical examination required , however on seeing the radiograph, it seems it can be saved by doing a root canal. Capping is required after that.

Answered2018-07-20 01:27:57

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Radiographs is good diagnostic aid but actual clinical examination of the tooth is also important. Please visit the dentist and consult him.
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visit dentist and take opinion of endodontist.
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Prevention is better than cure. so visit your dentist regularly and follow up of your oral hygiene.

Answered2018-07-19 18:19:09

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