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Teeth without roots
Is it possible to have teeth without roots, my doctor says that this is extra teeth with no roots, and this needs to be extracted.
How can one get extra teeth.?
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This needs more clarity. Pls get an X-ray done tp avoid all confusion
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Hello, tooth without root can be a retained milk tooth, or developmental defects in formation to roots. visit a dentist and get a check up done. let the dentist decide what is best for you.
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Tooth without root indicates either a retained milk tooth or developmental defect in formation of root.
These tooth ehen extracted can be replaced easily. Dont worry go ahead.
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It is not teeth without root, am sure it is deciduous teeth that is not fallen (baby teeth) none of the adult can be there inside your mouth without roots. It is better to remove this .
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Dr. (Prof) Vineet Vinayak
Dentist
27 yrs exp
Gurgaon
You need x ray to confirm the diagnosis.Visit your dentist.After evaluation x ray will suggest extraction if it is over retained milk tooth.
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Dr. Shilpa
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14 yrs exp
Bangalore
Ya it is possible we call it as supernumerary teeth depending on position and discomfort it has to be extracted
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Dr. Rajesh Bariker
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13 yrs exp
Bangalore
It is very likely a supernumerary tooth. Most favoured site being upper jaw midline region. It may occur in other areas too.
Extraction will depend on certain factors, which I believe your dentist explained you before coming to conclusion of extraction.
It does happen that one got an extra tooth. It's a variation.
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