DENTAL CARIES “HOLE IN A TOOTH” AND ITS EFFECT
Dental caries is the most common chronic disease of human.
Most common cause of dental consultation
Most common cause of tooth loss
Effects of dental caries
1. Toothache/Headache
2. Pain While Eating
3. Shocking Sensation From Hot /Cold Drinks
4. Dentoalveolar Abscess
5. Ludwig’s angina
3. Cyst Formation
4. Osteomyelitis
Treatment Options
1. Fluoride Therapy
2. Amalgam Filling/Restoration of Tooth to Function
3. Root Canal Therapy
4. Tooth Extraction
6. Enucleation of cyst
7. Surgical debridement
8. Replacement of lost tooth (Removable partial denture, Dental bridge, dental implant )
The first treatment is the easiest to carry out, cheapest and less discomfort if any, with no complication. Early presentation at a dental clinic is best for the patient.
Which of these conditions are you experiencing at present?
Let us know what you feel and advice you .
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