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I have a severe decayed upper molar. dentist will try filling but warned it may need a rct/extraction. if extracted what happens next? i'm only 24.

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Dr. Arnold Malerman answered

If extracted: Probably an implant and crown. But no one knows your situation like your Dentist. Ask him/her for advice.

Dr Davantzis agreed

Answered 6/23/2016

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Dr. Theodore Davantzis answered

Specializes in Dentistry

Missing tooth: A missing tooth can be replaced with an implant, post, and crown. Let your dentist first try to save the tooth.

Answered 6/25/2016

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A member asked:

I have a severe decayed upper molar. dentist will try filling but warned it may need a rct/extraction. if extracted what happens next? i'm only 24.

2 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Arnold Malerman answered

Dr Davantzis agreed

Dr. Theodore Davantzis answered

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