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This is 1st molar...their is no pain...can it be reversed or stopped...please tell.me...there is no cold sensitivity...or etc...
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The radiograph appears to show carious involvement of the first molar, but the image quality and angulation are insufficient to accurately determine the depth of the lesion or whether the pulp is involved. Since there is no pain or cold sensitivity reported, the tooth may still be vital and potentially restorable. However, clinical examination and pulp testing are necessary before deciding the treatment.
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Please visit a dentist for a clinical examination, including pulp vitality testing (cold test/EPT), percussion and palpation. A good-quality intraoral periapical/bitewing radiograph should also be taken to assess the depth of the decay and its relation to the pulp. If the decay is not involving the pulp, it may be managed conservatively with caries removal and a restoration. If there is evidence of irreversible pulpitis or necrosis, root canal treatment may be required.
Health Tips
The absence of pain or cold sensitivity does not by itself prove that the nerve is healthy. Deep caries can sometimes progress without symptoms. Avoid delaying evaluation, particularly if the cavity is large. Do not start RCT based on the X-ray alone without correlating it with clinical and pulp-testing findings.
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