What Does A Small Black Dot On The Molar Tooth Indicate?

Posted on Wed, 30 Apr 2014

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Question : I had found small black dot on my molar tooth on right side. And it got expanded gradually and started to decayed.Finally I removed that tooth as I got a heavy pain. Now I can see the same symptom for my molar tooth on left side. What precautions should I take to avoid removing that tooth too. I hope your suggestions on same. Thanking you....

Answered by Dr. Neha Sumra (-4 hours later)

Brief Answer:
Go for filling or RCT depending on stage.

Detailed Answer:
Hi

Thanks for writing in.

In my opinion first of all you should go for proper diagnosis of that tooth.
Get an x- ray done of that tooth.

In case its initial stage & decay has not progressed till pulp then you can go for restoration. But if it has progressed till pulp & you want to save the tooth then go for Root Canal Treatment. If clinical & radiographic condition is not sound then go for extraction, its the last option.

Consult your dentist for proper diagnosis & treatment planning.
Maintain proper oral hygiene.

Hope I answered your query,

Wishing you good health

Regards
Dr. Neha Sumra

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