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Can a person eventually die if a cavity is left untreated?

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  • Tarkarri
    Lv 7
    3 months ago

    Yes. Gum disease, including that caused by cavities, has been shown to trigger heart attacks.

  • ?
    Lv 7
    3 months ago

    no......................

  • Poseidon
    Lv 7
    3 months ago

    Theoretically yes.

    They can contract sepsis (blood poisoning)

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