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Cavity on wisdom tooth, had it for years. no pain. because of financial reasons, never got it fixed. could this affect tonsils and overall health?
10 doctors weighed in across 3 answers
Infection: If you have an infected tooth, the infection can spread and affect your overall health. Please have the tooth evaluated for either restoration or extraction. Pain is not the deciding factor. High blood pressure doesn't hurt but still needs to be treated.
Answered 10/25/2015
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Dental health: has an impact on overall physical and emotional health. Please search out dental schools in your area and seek treatment. They can provide low cost services by supervised dental students. Peace and good health.
Answered 5/29/2016
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It is possible: because a cavity is a bacterial infection of the tooth.
Answered 10/29/2015
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