Tooth decay is a common dental issue that many of us encounter. It can vary in severity, and when a tooth becomes severely decayed and broken, reaching the pulp, it represents one of the most advanced stages of tooth decay, potentially leading to complications if not treated promptly.
✅ Before Treatment: Male patient, 21 years old
🔸 The lower left tooth is experiencing discomfort and severe pain while chewing, and despite taking medication for several days, there’s no improvement.
🔸 The tooth is severely broken and decayed, reaching the pulp due to prolonged exposure to food impaction.
The patient desires to resolve the pain and wishes to retain the natural tooth for proper chewing.
As mentioned earlier, at the stage of severe tooth decay with significant breakage, the tooth becomes vulnerable to fracture during chewing, indicating a severe state of damage, with a high risk of complete tooth loss.
After a thorough examination, the patient was advised on the treatment plan:
🔸 Root canal treatment to address the pain and discomfort
🔸 Restoring and rebuilding the tooth using a porcelain overlay
Following completion of the treatment within approximately 10 days, the patient experienced no more pain and could chew normally. The patient received proper instructions for oral care and scheduled regular check-ups to prevent such situations from occurring again.
When a broken tooth due to decay and infection is still treatable, there is a chance to preserve the natural tooth. Depending on the severity and extent of the breakage, there are various methods to restore the broken tooth while ensuring its functionality for chewing after addressing the underlying causes of pain. To avoid extensive tooth decay and breakage, regular dental check-ups are essential to accurately assess oral health. Additionally, they help in early detection of potential dangerous oral conditions and promote better oral care practices.
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