I have a molar(filled on the top)that the root died 3 yeas ago. Fistulas formed causing it to drain... no pain or swelling experienced. A piece of the side of the tooth chipped off upon bighting down on a popcorn kernel. Can the filling be drilled out and molar filled with restorative resin?
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Some of the causes of chipping away from dental structure could be related to loss of posterior teeth, the crowding of teeth, and problems with the enamel or dentin of your teeth. The best solution would be to visit your general dentist to get a complete evaluation as to what would be the best...
It sounds like you may have decay in the tooth and your teeth are shifting in the position of the loss dental structure. Get evaluated as soon as possible as that may cause further problems with your bite which may require more treatment time and expenses to correct.
Human Nature is to wait and see what happens. Sometimes that works and sometimes it doesn't. So, it is a gamble! What you should do is go see your dentist. If you have a good relationship with your dental office and it winds up being nothing, they probably won't even charge you. If it is s...
