hello, it has been over 3 years since ive been to the dentist for a check up, i have had teeth problems in the past which required me to wear braces as well as get fillings, however i stopped going for check ups which in hind sight was wrong but i just totally forgot to make an appointment. recently though i have noticed a hole in one of my upper front teeth which has turned black... is there a chance they can save my tooth or will it have to be removed?
Dear friend. Thanks for sharing your concern. Please do not worry if you could not visit your dentist in the past. You can visit now and get the x-ray done. This will help you to know how much deep the decay process has involved the tooth, based upon this treatment can be done. If the decay is superficial, simple restoration is enough. But if the decay has involved soft tissue like pulp then root canal should be done. Also, remember tooth can be saved if crown portion is not destroyed more than 3/4th the tooth. Hope it helps. Thanks. Take care.