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Molar deeply splitted
My molar(ist) one cusp is splitted off like this as in the image from 3 year i dont chew from thar portion as it is deeply splitted off and a hole socket is seen
can this tooth be saved or should need extraction
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If toot is splitted like shown in picture then best solution is extraction follower by implant.Hemisection has questionable prognosis.
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First and foremost important is x ray of tooth and periodontal evaluation of tooth
if its firm ...hemisection followed by root canal treatment and cap can be given ...bt it will be in compromised prognosis
so better infact best is to go for extraction followed by dental implant
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extraction followed by dental implant
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Hello Sir,
You will first need to get an x Ray done for same tooth
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visit the dentist
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The best treatment plan can be decided after an X ray.
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please visit a dentist as soon as possible.
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Long term solution would be extraction and replacement with an implant. If the tooth is strong hemisection and restoration can be attempted
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