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Can you fill wisdom teeth instead of removing them?
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Depends: It depends on the size of the decay and its location; also depends on the structure of the wisdom tooth and the surrounding tissues. Need to assess long-term prognosis for the tooth; just because it can be filled does not mean that it should be filled or that the filling will last. Talk it over with your dentist to look at risk/benefits.
Answered 11/20/2015
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Yes: Yes, if fully erupted with no other problems. See DDS vor exact advice. If you need extraction, see oral surgeon.
Answered 11/20/2015
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