HomeAnswersDentistrydental cystI have had a cyst on my tooth root for four years, without any pain. Does it need treatment?

How to manage cysts that are persistent for many years without causing pain?

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Published At April 7, 2023
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Patient's Query

Hi doctor,

I have had a cyst on the root of my tooth for the last four years, and am not sure if the tooth was infected as it did not cause any pain. Kindly help.

Hello,

Welcome to icliniq.com.

I understand your concern. It can be a swelling caused due to the infection in the tooth. I suggest you consult and take the following medications for the swelling to subside.

1. Tab. Augmentin (Amoxicillin and Clavulanic acid) 625 mg 1-0-1 after food for three days.

2. Tab. Metronidazole 400 mg 1-0-1 after food for three days.

3. Tab. Ultracet (Tramadol and Acetaminophen) 1-0-1 after food for three days.

4. Tab. Pantaprazole 1-0-1 half an hour before food for three days.

Once the swelling subsides, I suggest you take an OPG (full mouth x-ray) to assist you further.

Thank you.

Patient's Query

Hi doctor,

Thank you for your reply.

I have had it for a long time. Also, I am consulting a dentist next week. Will the dentist remove my tooth? Kindly suggest.

Hi,

Welcome back to icliniq.com.

I understand your concern. It is not necessary to extract the tooth. I suggest you take the medications prescribed and an OPG to assist you further.

I hope this helps you.

Thank you.

Same symptoms don't mean you have the same problem. Consult a doctor now!

Dr. Mallikarthiga B
Dr. Mallikarthiga B

Dentistry

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