Can my front teeth be saved? Hopefully other then extraction or dentures. (photos)

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My whole mouth is HORRIBLE and rotting away. I have already lost a few teeth an others have broken off! I so badly wanna save my remaining teeth especially the front ones but im so scared that i won't be able to. Please give me advice on what i can do to save my smile.

Shahin Safarian, DMD · Answer

Tooth can be saved simply by cleaning the cavities properly to create space for the filling but in your case larger part of the tooth is decayed which means you need extraction.

N. Summer Lerch, DDS, FAGD - Account Suspended · Answer

Saving your teeth will first require your commitment.  Make a decision to do it.  Then run to your dentist.  Don't wait, wobble or walk.  Get there.  The longer you put it off, the less chance you will have of saving the rest of your teeth.  Get to a dentist ASAP!  Yes you will need that one broken off at the gumline taken out. The rest look save-able!  Here is a tip: If you don't like what one dentist says, go to another.  Get 2-3 opinions on saving your teeth. There is a dentist in your area who has your same philosophy - s/he wants to save your teeth too.  Here is a link to someone with a similar situation.  Remember run!  And best of luck to you.

Can my front teeth be saved? Hopefully other then extraction or dentures. (photos)

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