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How can I take necessary treatment for my decayed tooth?

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Dr. Meera Premanand

Published At January 30, 2022
Reviewed AtDecember 11, 2023

Patient's Query

Hello doctor,

I want some advice regarding a dental x-ray I have done recently. I am having sensitivity in teeth. I am interested to know whether the cavities are at a critical stage requiring emergency filling and what treatment can prevent further progression. Could you please indicate which teeth need to be filled and other necessary treatments? I am currently using Chlorhexidine Mouthwash. Please advise.

Answered by Dr. Naveen Thomas

Hello,

Welcome to icliniq.com.

There are three milk teeth currently seen in the x-ray (attachments removed to protect the patient's identity), which you may lose in the future due to fragile and nearly resorbed roots. The milk teeth are in the lower 3rd from both ends. In upper 2nd from the center on your left side, it seems. The right lower milk tooth appears to have a cavity. The lower right first molar, which already has a filling, may need to be redone as some of it seems to be fractured (needs to be confirmed directly looking). In the upper both ends, the wisdom tooth should also be removed as it seems supra erupted, and also the right one may also have a cavity distally. All these findings need to be confirmed by direct visual examination. Sensitivity may be related to those upper wisdom teeth, those milk teeth areas, and the lower central incisors, which have permanently fixed retainers.

Thank you.

Patient's Query

Hi,

Thank you doctor,

I noticed some decay on the first molar on the left side of my mouth (where the first molar touches the canine) and the right side canine visually in the mirror. Is it possible to see whether these decays have reached the dentine? I hope to avoid complications. Please advise.

Answered by Dr. Naveen Thomas

Hello,

Welcome back to icliniq.com.

In the x-ray, the decays are not visible in the canine and molar, so they may not have penetrated the dentin. Thus it can be quickly filled. Root canal treatment is not required.

Thank you

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