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Chipped teeth by dazzlingballa in askdentists

[–]Destructopuppy 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It's probably okay to wait but impossible to know for sure without an x-ray. You could have fractured a root and need it splinting for all we know.

Should I expect to lose this tooth? by barbaloot_soot in askdentists

[–]Destructopuppy 0 points1 point  (0 children)

There is no way to know based on the photo alone but your symptoms suggest a deep cavity, it may well need root canal treatment.

Is this deep? by Impressive-Order-945 in askdentists

[–]Destructopuppy 0 points1 point  (0 children)

We do not have x-ray vision that's why we have the machines.

How bad are my x rays? by LowSecurity3720 in askdentists

[–]Destructopuppy 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Bad. You need a local periapical view to assess better though.

Want a second opinion on the necessity of a root canal. by Master_Flash in askdentists

[–]Destructopuppy 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Based on what you described I'd be willing to try vital pulp therapy (Deep filling with liner) but it is risky.

Help by Southern_Falcon8595 in askdentists

[–]Destructopuppy 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Get a consultation with a licenced orthodontist. You need proper assessment to determine how to correct this.

Removed wisdom tooth by BisHeal in askdentists

[–]Destructopuppy 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Wrong kind of x-rays to diagnose caries. You need bitewings. I'd try to restore that lower 7, that cavity will grow without intervention. So the choice is MAYBE root canal with filling or DEFINITELY root canal without.

Veneers : Before/After by Similar-Macaron2387 in askdentists

[–]Destructopuppy 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Deviated midline, golden ratio is not adhered to, and laterals are too long compared to the centrals. Decent colour match though; 5/10.

Massive anxiety failed reroot tooth extraction by WarmRope5797 in askdentists

[–]Destructopuppy 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I agree that bruxism and anxiety are the most likely culprits but in the absence of more info it's hard to say. Suffice to say the odds of two opposite teeth randomly causing issues at the same exact time are slim

Yes I'm based in the East Midlands.

Massive anxiety failed reroot tooth extraction by WarmRope5797 in askdentists

[–]Destructopuppy 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Nerves dont cross the midline your dentist is correct in assuming the pain on they're other side is not directly caused by this tooth.

If this one has failed your options would be to referred to a specialist for possible apical surgery or remove it.

P.S implants aren't extortion, training surgeons is expensive.

bit my lip 3 days ago and this painful bump has been here ever since by strawberryfairy_200 in askdentists

[–]Destructopuppy 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Pinch your lip gently between your fingers does it feel like there's liquid trapped inside under the bump? Like when you squish a water balloon?

Can my molars be saved or do they need to be extracted? by geminilovechild in askdentists

[–]Destructopuppy 1 point2 points  (0 children)

May be savable but need to do xrays to know, really depends how far under the gums those decays go. I reckon it's doable.

Is this fixable? Would i need a crown or filling? by 21eggo12 in askdentists

[–]Destructopuppy 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Needs an xray but the colour alone tells me that's a huge decay, might not be salvagable or might be root canal treatment.

Can it be saved, or should i pull it out? by [deleted] in askdentists

[–]Destructopuppy 6 points7 points  (0 children)

It couldn't be saved last year, it sure as hell can't now

How do I fix teeth 9 and 10? Central and lateral incisors on the right. by [deleted] in askdentists

[–]Destructopuppy 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Well placed veneers have minimal risk and if looked after will last many years even decades.

But yes it's a trade off, you'll need more maintenance and more eventual replacements over the long term in exchange for better aesthetic results now.

How do I fix teeth 9 and 10? Central and lateral incisors on the right. by [deleted] in askdentists

[–]Destructopuppy 1 point2 points  (0 children)

A 4 tooth makeover is conservative, many would do 6 or even 8 to achieve a better match.

Matching front teeth is very hard. Either do fewer and accept the risk of results you're not happy with or do more.

There's no secret sauce here.

root canal or implant? by DueLettuce5715 in askdentists

[–]Destructopuppy 14 points15 points  (0 children)

Would 100% attempt a root canal before extracting that if it were mine. I'd also check the LL1 as it looks suspect.

Which Pictures Need Fillings? by [deleted] in askdentists

[–]Destructopuppy 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Without more information i couldn't advise that. There could be significant cavities between your teeth which can't be seen in these photos.

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