What is the treatment for a broken back tooth of a 10-year-old?

Question

Hi doctor,

My 10-year-old daughter's back left tooth completely broke off on her gum, and it was hollow. I believe it is an adult tooth. How would a tooth be hollow?

Answer 1

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If it is the second last tooth on the last side, it is the last milk tooth that broke, as it falls off between ages 9 and 11 years. If the last tooth of the arch gets broken, it is the permanent molar tooth. It is the only permanent molar in the arch until 12 years of age.If it is molar, it is a serious issue. Get root canal treatment or filling done because this is the primary molar that will aid in chewing for your daughter's entire life.If it is a deciduous or milk tooth, you need not worry. A permanent tooth from beneath might have given pressure for the eruption, so the milk tooth will wear off after becoming hollow. A hollow tooth is caused by cavities or a broken part of the tooth. I can give you a more exact diagnosis if you can provide me with a clinical picture of your daughter's teeth. If it is painful right now, give simple Brufen syrup (Ibuprofen) for 8 hours for three days.