Is it ok if I extract the broken tooth #15 and not doing the implant? (photo)

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I went to two dentist and they both said my broken tooth #15 (second molar upper left) can't save it anymore. Should I just leave it and dont do anything? Because Im not feeling pain now. If I need to extract it out, could I not do the implant? Does it effect anything in the future?

Ajay Kashi, DDS · Answer

You will need to extract the broken tooth # 15 as it can be a potential source of infection or if there is decay it can potentially spread to adjacent teeth. Your choice of not doing an implant is acceptable; however, be aware that in some individuals and in some instances the opposing bottom tooth may rise up into this empty space over time. Similarly the tooth adjacent to # 15 can migrate into this space in some cases. But in most instances not having an implant in this area would allow you to function just fine.

Dushyanth Paul, MDS · Answer

Since your second molar looks in a bad shape, it is better to get it removed. Next step should be tooth replacement. Fixed bridge is not possible as there is no tooth behind the first molar which can be used to derive support from. Dental implant placement is the only recommended solution  for you. Leaving it unreplaced can cause the lower molar to grow up (supraerupt). This can disturb your entire bite pattern. Besides, molars are needed for chewing food as well.
Hence, I would advise you to go for dental implant placement after you get your second molar removed.

Michael Ayzin, DDS · Answer

Hello and thank you for your question, Vincent. I would suggest to remove the broken tooth in order to prevent possible infection. In regards to replacing that tooth, if it would be me, I would replace it with an implant.All the best to you!

Amber Garcia, DDS · Answer

I would have the tooth extracted to prevent any future infection or abcess. You don't necessarily need to replace that tooth. Sometimes you'll have some shifting of the opposing tooth, but it looks like that tooth on the bottom touches your other molar so I wouldn't think it would be an issue to leave the space.

Yocasta Caba, DDS · Answer

Yes, you have to do extraction of tooth #15 because can’t be saved, after that you need to wait 4 or 5 months to do the implant later do the crown. But if you don’t do it your tooth #32 will move.

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