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Removal of wisdom tooth
Hi, so recently I consulted with dentist as I had a cavity in my wisdom tooth (Right side) . There is no pain till now. So I took an opg and I have attached it here. So the dr recommended to take it out. But my doubt is that should I take cbct as it's closer to nerve canal. The dr didn't recommended it. Should I take it ?
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On the right side the lower wisdom tooth seems to be multi rooted, a CBCT would help in better view of position of the tooth and the nerve position as well
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I would also recommend getting the left side upper and lower wisdom tooth extracted, as the positioning and cavity would start damaging the tooth in front of it
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Hi, since the OPG you have attached seems to reveal a close approximation with the nerve canal going for a CBCT will definitely help & give much better clarity to the concerned professional.
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OPG is a two dimensional study ,so exact location of the nerve canal cannot be ascertained.
Though the canal outline can be traced ,it still lies in close proximity ,as seen in your x ray.
If CBCT can be afforded and available ,then can be done as the tooth definitely needs surgical removal.
If not possible ,then the doctor will take extra precautions during the surgery .
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Cbct would be helpful in such cases. Go for it .
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if recommended.. extraction should be done
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Better consult an oral and maxillofacial surgeon ...they are specialized in dealing such cases.
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Doctor recommendations is really good , don’t think too much go ahead for an extraction. OPG have more clarity about the tooth and nerve.
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As soon as possible go for extraction.
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Yes, CBCT can be taken given the close approximation to the nerve. That should definitely help. All the Best
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Dr. Sharwari Pawale
Dental Surgeon
5 yrs exp
Pune
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Cbct will give a proper view of the approximation of nerve to the canal
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Dr. Pia Patel
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14 yrs exp
Chennai
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No need to worry. Get the tooth extracted.
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Dr. Puneet Kaur Saini
Dentist
1 yrs exp
Bathinda
Given the above case , yes taking CBCT will be beneficial for better clearity and to minimise the risk of trauma or any difficulty during extraction.
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