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What Is Need To Remove Four Teeth Due To Chronic Infection In One?

I went to new dentist yesterday. I am a 56 year old woman. He told me I some peridontal issues and I need to have four of my teelth removed. 1 has a chronic infection from a root canal. I thought I was just going for a cleaning as my teeth don't hurt and my gums don't bleed. Why would I take out teeth that don't hurt? Thank you.
Wed, 18 Jun 2014
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Dentist,  's  Response
Hello!Thank you for posting here.

Periodontal infection can be mild bleeding to mobile teeth.Periodontally infected teeth can be saved to a extent if they are moderately effected.When the infection is more severe(it shows as mobile teeth,gums going down) it is best to remove the teeth.You did not mention if you are a diabetic.
Periodontal infection can lead to microorganisms(infection) spreading to the rest of your blood.This also has a compromised chewing ability.
Your doctor will assess your periodontal status based on clinical examination.I suggest you to go for the treatment plan suggested by him.However, ask him if a flap surgery can help you save these teeth(a clinical assesment is necessary)
A chronically infected root canalled tooth is a failure.You can get it retreated if it is periodontally sound.
Control your blood sugar levels and maintain a good oral hygiene routine to prevent other teeth from being affected.
Hope this helps.
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Dentist,  Dr. Dr. Krishnakumari's  Response
Hello!Thank you for posting here.

Periodontal infection can be mild bleeding to mobile teeth.Periodontally infected teeth can be saved to a extent if they are moderately effected.When the infection is more severe(it shows as mobile teeth,gums going down) it is best to remove the teeth.You did not mention if you are a diabetic.
Periodontal infection can lead to microorganisms(infection) spreading to the rest of your blood.This also has a compromised chewing ability.
Your doctor will assess your periodontal status based on clinical examination.I suggest you to go for the treatment plan suggested by him.However, ask him if a flap surgery can help you save these teeth(a clinical assesment is necessary)
A chronically infected root canalled tooth is a failure.You can get it retreated if it is periodontally sound.
Control your blood sugar levels and maintain a good oral hygiene routine to prevent other teeth from being affected.
Hope this helps.
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What Is Need To Remove Four Teeth Due To Chronic Infection In One?

Hello!Thank you for posting here. Periodontal infection can be mild bleeding to mobile teeth.Periodontally infected teeth can be saved to a extent if they are moderately effected.When the infection is more severe(it shows as mobile teeth,gums going down) it is best to remove the teeth.You did not mention if you are a diabetic. Periodontal infection can lead to microorganisms(infection) spreading to the rest of your blood.This also has a compromised chewing ability. Your doctor will assess your periodontal status based on clinical examination.I suggest you to go for the treatment plan suggested by him.However, ask him if a flap surgery can help you save these teeth(a clinical assesment is necessary) A chronically infected root canalled tooth is a failure.You can get it retreated if it is periodontally sound. Control your blood sugar levels and maintain a good oral hygiene routine to prevent other teeth from being affected. Hope this helps.