Critical

Periapical Radiolucency Explained: Causes, Diagnosis, and Fastest Treatment for Apical Infection

Severity: 
Critical
Teeth Problems: 
Apical Infection
Bone infection (osteomyelitis)
Bone loss

Periapical Radiolucency Case: Apical Infection, Bone Loss, and 14-Day Healing Guide

FULL ANALYSIS (X-RAY INTERPRETATION)

1. Radiolucent Lesion at the Apex

Both Image A and Image B show a dark, well-defined radiolucent area surrounding the root apex of one of the anterior teeth. This appearance is consistent with:

  • Periapical abscess

  • Periapical cyst

  • Chronic apical granuloma

  • Chronic apical periodontitis

Severe Lower Molar Decay: Urgent Restoration and Gum Care Needed

Severity: 
Critical
Teeth Problems: 
Baby tooth decay
Tooth decay

Severe Lower Molar Decay: Urgent Restoration and Gum Care Needed

Case Type: Advanced Dental Caries and Calculus Accumulation

Full Analysis and Diagnosis

Upon examination, the posterior molars exhibit:

  • Extensive caries (tooth decay) on both left and right sides.

  • Possible pulp involvement — dark discoloration and cavity penetration indicate the decay may have reached the pulp chamber.

Cervical Caries Explained: Why Decay Forms Near the Gum Line, Not in Pits and Fissures

Severity: 
Critical
Teeth Problems: 
Cervical Caries

Case Analysis: Cervical Caries (Zoom 100%)

In this dental case, decay is visible near the cervical area — the region where the crown of the tooth meets the gum line — rather than on the chewing surface or fissures. Cervical caries are often overlooked, but they can progress silently and cause significant tooth sensitivity or even nerve damage if untreated.

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