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Can an untreated tooth cavity left cause an infection? can it be fatal?
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Can cause infection: Yes, an untreated tooth cavity can cause an infection. Most of the time this infection is not fatal but there are certain circumstances that can make it fatal. All infections should be treated. See a dentist.
Answered 7/8/2016
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Yes: Untreated decay can lead to the nerve dying and the resulting infection, if not treated can become so severe as to threaten one's life.
Answered 12/8/2012
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