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When an older filling is present deep under the gum in a gum pocket, the filling
contributes to increased bacteria accumulation. The result is bone loss and a new
cavity at the base of the old filling. Click on the tooth to see the area of
the new cavity. |
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A patient presents with older fillings and a need to replace the old fillings on
the upper first molar. |
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After crown lengthening has been performed, the pockets are gone, and the decay
is uncovered. The dentist may now properly restore the tooth. Click on the teeth
to see the area of decay. |
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A patient presents with an old gold crown. This crown developed a cavity around
it and a previous dentist placed a silver filling under the gum in an attempt to
fill the cavity. However, this deep filling resulted in further bacteria accumulation
and additional decay. |
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After a crown lengthening procedure has been performed, the decay is uncovered and
accessible for the dentist to properly restore with a new crown. Click on the
gold crown to see the area of decay. |