Ive split cracked root of my root filled teeth is extraction the only option?
Q. I have lost the filling from a large molar tooth at the very back of my mouth. In the process I have split/cracked the root of apreviously root filled tooth. I expected a crown but my dentist feels extraction is the only option. What do you think? I am concerned as most of my mouth has had extensive work and I feel that extraction is the beginning of the end!!
A. Cracked teeth are very difficult to assess even after a clinical exam. I agree that it is good to save teeth where possible but your dentist opinion seems to be that the tooth may not be predictable once treated. If in doubt consider a second opinion Rob
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