Question for dentists: Is it physically possible for an exposed nerve root to shrivel up and die on its . .?!
Question: Question for dentists: Is it physically possible for an exposed nerve root to shrivel up and die on its .. ...?
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If the nerve is exposed to the oral environment then it is exposed to all of the bacteria in our mouths.. The bacteria that get into the nerve can eventually kill the nerve and it could die.. Typically dental caries can cause the nerve in a tooth to die.. So the answer is yes, if the nerve is exposed it could die..Health Question & Answer
Yes, the nerve can die if it is exposed.. It usually isn't a silent death.. Typically it will cause a throbbing pain, extreme sensitivity to hot and cold when exposed.. Once the nerve has died it starts to collect bacteria which eventually turn into an abscess.. This causes bone loss around the end of the root and can swell and throb..Health Question & Answer
Hello, The answer to your question is that any tooth nerve can die for a variety of reason and being exposed is only one......However I doubt that if you had an exposed tooth nerve you could stand the pain long enough for it to die by simply shriveling up.. You would be looking for help very quickly..Health Question & Answer
Yes, but you REALLY don't want this to happen.. If you have a dental problem, please see a dentist.. Even if you could stand the pain, the risk of infection is too serious!Health Question & Answer