“Can a decayed tooth be saved?”
I am a 45 year old male. I want to know if a decayed tooth can be saved?
12 Answers
Yes, usually with a filling or a crown.
Usually a decayed tooth can be saved. It may need a root canal if the decay is deep inside the tooth.
Yes, most decayed teeth can be saved.
Depends on the amount Decay and how soon you see the dentist………..Just like any other body part that has started to Decay you will have to amputate it, or in this case drill out, the decay and replace it with something.
Jim Kline
Jim Kline
Many times yes, but sometimes no. If the size of the decay is too large, sometimes the tooth becomes non-restorable.
Absolutely, it can be saved, depending on how far the decay has extended, too. If there is small decay then a filling can be performed. Moderate decay Inlay, ionlay, or crown can be placed depending on the integrity of the tooth structure left! And if there is gross decay that extends below gum and bone level, then at that point the tooth needs to be evaluated carefully to see if it can be saved by root canal therapy, crown lengthening, and and full coverage crown!
Yes
Depending on the extent of decay in a tooth, it can be saved. However, there are a number of contributing factors to the decision by the dentist.
It depends on how much decay there is and how much tooth is left. Let your dentist evaluate it. Get a 2nd opinion if you have no confidence in the first consultation. If the 2nd opinion differs from the first, then a 3rd opinion would be appropriate (the 1st might be correct and the 2nd wrong...best out of 3).
Yes, it is possible. But a dentist needs to evaluate first.
It depends on how extensive the decay is. If there is not enough healthy tooth structure remaining after the decay has been removed, it may not be able to be saved. You should visit a dentist, who can take xrays and examine your tooth clinically to determine if it can be saved.
While new dental materials and dental technology can allow for more and more decayed teeth to restored, there are still limitations to these advances. Generally the less remaining tooth structure above the gum, the less likely the tooth is to be restored with long term predictability. Other factors that can effect the restorability of the tooth include the presence of a crack or fracture, periodontal disease, position in the mouth, the skill of the dentist, and bruxism. It is recommended to seek consultation with a dentist to determine if a tooth is restorable, and if non-restorable discuss what options you may have for replacement of the decayed tooth.
