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My teeth where there are fillings hurt and doctor said that my teeth nerves already damaged. is the only option to pull my teeth out?
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Teeth hurting: If your uncomfortable w the diagnosis, get a second opinion. If the tooth is destroyed beneath the bone than it will need to be extracted, if not a root canal, crown may be an option
Answered 10/10/2017
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