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Want to check whether RCT is required

2022-04-12 17:32:48
Please have a look at the attached xray photo of the upper right side teeth in which I'm having minor sensitivity and occasionally feel pain while eating. Gums are healthy. Had a RCT last month for one of the upper tooth on left side. Age 58 years
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The middle tooth requires the Root canal treatment, and the other needs a restoration (filling).
Next Steps
Visit a Dentist as early as possible to avoid more pain in this tooth.
Health Tips
Get a Dental check up done every 6 months to avoid delay like in cases like this. The Dentist will examine all the teeth, and let you know if there are any cavities.

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The middle tooth(2nd Molar) needs RCT and the 1st one (1st molar) needs restoration.
Next Steps
Please visit dental surgeon

Answered2022-04-13 06:00:01

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Hi.. by looking at your x-ray there is interdental caries in between your first and second molar teeth. Both the teeth requires treatment, the second molar tooth requires root canal treatment and other tooth requires filling.
Next Steps
Consult the dentist for better treatment options

Answered2022-04-12 18:08:11

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Hi, From the X-ray it seems you will need RCT for the middle tooth, even the other tooth need restoration(filling).
Next Steps
Visit Endodontist
Health Tips
Don’t ignore it.

Answered2022-04-12 17:49:51

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Hie..yes rct is required ...go for a treatment asap

Answered2022-04-13 12:31:16

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Middle tooth requires Root Canal treatment and the other tooth can be treated with filling
Next Steps
Visit the dentist as soon as possible to avoid further pain & discomfort

Answered2022-04-13 09:23:41

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