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What Causes Odontomas Along With Breaking Of Teeth At Gum Line?

I have developed a large and smaller odontomas over the last 15 years. I thought the one coming through the roof of my mouth was one of my 5 (1 supernummary) impacted wisdom teeth. I had perfect dentition most of my life; but never had type of family that suggested removal of wisdom teeth. I need this taken care of and no one in my city knows anything about how to care for it. Two of my front teeth have broken off at gum line and most all other teeth are breaking leaving nothing but fillings behind. I need direction. Please can you help.
Mon, 28 Dec 2015
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Hi.
Welcome to HEALTHCARE MAGIC.

I have gone through your query and can understand your concerns..

As per your complain odontomas are non cancerous tumor like mass that are made up of tissues similar to that of teeth and there is no exact known reason for the formation of odontomas and can be due to conditions like Infections, trauma, genetic causes etc..
They are not harmful and once removed it will not cause any further discomfort or complication..
As far as extraction of impacted wisdom tooth is concerned it can be done by an oral surgeon after a proper clinical evaluation and x rays..
The other part of your question is that breaking of the teeth at the gumline and leaving the fillings behind can be due to decayed teeth leading to weakening of teeth and fracture on putting pressure of mastication or chewing..
I would suggest you to consult an Oral Physician and get evaluated and a thorough clinical evaluation can help in diagnosis and a full mouth x ray can be further helpful for confirmation and treatment can be planned accordingly..

Hope this information helps..

Thanks and regards.
Dr.Honey Nandwani Arora.
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What Causes Odontomas Along With Breaking Of Teeth At Gum Line?

Hi. Welcome to HEALTHCARE MAGIC. I have gone through your query and can understand your concerns.. As per your complain odontomas are non cancerous tumor like mass that are made up of tissues similar to that of teeth and there is no exact known reason for the formation of odontomas and can be due to conditions like Infections, trauma, genetic causes etc.. They are not harmful and once removed it will not cause any further discomfort or complication.. As far as extraction of impacted wisdom tooth is concerned it can be done by an oral surgeon after a proper clinical evaluation and x rays.. The other part of your question is that breaking of the teeth at the gumline and leaving the fillings behind can be due to decayed teeth leading to weakening of teeth and fracture on putting pressure of mastication or chewing.. I would suggest you to consult an Oral Physician and get evaluated and a thorough clinical evaluation can help in diagnosis and a full mouth x ray can be further helpful for confirmation and treatment can be planned accordingly.. Hope this information helps.. Thanks and regards. Dr.Honey Nandwani Arora.