Tooth decay

Periapical Granuloma - How Martin Recovered from Hidden Tooth Pain

Topics: 
Periapical Granuloma
Root canal infection
Tooth decay

When a toothache lingers for weeks, it’s often a sign that something deeper is happening beneath the surface. This was the case for Martin, a 42-year-old from Cebu, who experienced a dull, throbbing pain in his lower molar that wouldn’t go away. What seemed like a simple cavity turned out to be something far more serious — a periapical granuloma.

Ngiting Pinoy, Iwas-Stress: Paano Nakakasira ng Ngipin ang Sobrang Pagkapagod at Pagkabahala?

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Tooth decay

Alam nating lahat ang pakiramdam ng sobrang stress—mula sa trapik sa EDSA, pressure sa trabaho, hanggang sa pang-araw-araw na gastusin. Karaniwan na sa atin ang magtawanan at magbiro tungkol sa "pagkabahala," pero alam mo ba na ang labis na pagkapagod ay maaaring direktang makasira sa iyong ngipin? Oo, totoo 'yan! Ang problema ay hindi lang nasa isipan; nakikita at nararamdaman din ito sa iyong ngitian.

Severe tooth decay treatment Philippines

Severity: 
Critical
Teeth Problems: 
Tooth decay

Case Analysis: Advanced Dental Caries and Enamel Erosion

Clinical Observation

Upon visual examination of the image:

  • Multiple anterior teeth (upper and lower) show extensive decay, with large carious lesions exposing dentin and pulp in some areas.

  • Severe enamel erosion and discoloration are evident.

  • Possible infection or necrosis in the pulp chambers (blackened centers).

Severe Tooth Decay and Gum Disease Linked to Diabetes – Life-Saving Dental Treatment in Cebu | Expert Care by Cebu Dental Implants Clinic

Severity: 
Severe
Teeth Problems: 
Tooth decay
Gum disease

 Image observations (zoom 100%)

  • Advanced generalized dental decay on multiple teeth (both arches). Dark cavitations and structural loss are evident.

  • Severe periodontal (gum) breakdown — gingival recession, exposed roots, inflamed/irregular gum margins.

  • Localized areas that look necrotic or grossly infected (dark, soft tissue changes near teeth).

  • Missing / broken teeth and heavy tissue destruction in posterior segments.

Severe Tooth Decay and Gum Infection Treatment in Cebu – Fast Recovery Guide by Cebu Dental Implants Experts

Severity: 
Severe
Teeth Problems: 
Tooth decay
Gum infection

Full Analysis and Observations (Zoom 100%)

Visible Findings:

  1. Severe Dental Caries (Tooth Decay) — Multiple upper anterior teeth are extensively decayed with brown to black lesions, indicating advanced enamel and dentin destruction.

  2. Possible Pulp Exposure — The dark central areas likely suggest pulp involvement, explaining the reported pain.

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