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Cavity and fum disease
I had cavity problem and it gradually spread to gums and turned into dental abcess and swollen gums. It continued for 8-9 months and gradually my tooth broke into half. It was next to wisdom teeth. After that the swelling in the gums reduced. Now i take care of my teeth with regular cleaning after food. Still there is a very tiny and negligible swelling still present. Bit it does not cause any pain or abcess. Is it a cause of concern? What should i do ?
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Xray is needed to evaluate the offensive tooth region for the correct diagnosis of the disease.
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Consult your nearest dental hospital,delay may leads to space infections
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As per your explanation it a dental abscess and if there is any small opening near your gums in that broken tooth area then its sinus tract/opening and its very important to get it treated as abscess affects the surrounding bone.
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visit the nearby dentist, get your xray done and as per me , broken tooth removal will be the best choice.
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do not neglect your oral health.
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The cray must be taken for the broken tooth and should be treated accordingly
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Dear Patient, it is necessary for you to visit a dentist earliest and get yourself a proper complete oral cavity consult. Get the worried broken tooth checked and treat it accordingly assisted with the help of your dentist.
Hope you feel better. Continue maintaining a good oral hygiene.
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Dr. Pia Patel
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14 yrs exp
Chennai
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Visit the dentist and get a clinical examination done as well as an X-ray taken for the broken tooth.
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Dr. Zoya Rasheed
Cosmetic/Aesthetic Dentist
12 yrs exp
Bangalore
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Kindly visit nearby dental surgeon for the treatment
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