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Its not. Root Canal Treatment is more of an "alternative". It is used for people who want to keep the tooth, for one reason or another. It is the alternative to simply removing the tooth - ie, grabbing it and pulling it out. Whichever method is used, its important because it usually means that the inside pulp of the tooth is inflammed, or infected. Abscesses and other nasties can rise from this.
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How much does a root canal hurt and how do you know if you need one?
my friend had a root canal and it started hurting so he went to the dentist and his mouth was sore for 16 hours
Do you need a crown if you have a root canal on a lower left molar performed over a bridge?
If you have a root canal done, most likely you'll need a crown. But if it was done through a bridge, there is already a crown on that tooth. A bride is just three or more crowns fused into one piece to replace a missing tooth. It is possible that doing a root canal through the brige will damage the bridge and the whole until may need to be replaced if that happens. But that's not common.
Can you have another root canal done on a tooth that's had a root canal done on it years ago?
It is possible to have more than one root canal treatment on a single tooth because some teeth do have two roots. The need for another root canal can occur within a few weeks of the original one or several years later
Do you have to have a root canal before a pyogenic granuloma is removed?
Pyogenic granuloma and root canal are unrelated, and so are the treatments. One is not prerequisite to the other.
Can a twelve year old get a root canal done on her front tooth?
Yes. I had a root canal done on one of mine when I was 10 or 11 and one on the other front tooth a couple years later, as the result of an accident.
What is the best way to treat tooth pain because you need a root canal?
Oil of Cloves is one of the best substances for relieving nerve pain from the tooth root. You need the kind from a pharmacy though, not a supermarket. In the end though, a root canal is going to be your best option. If you let it go, you could wind up with a lot more damage, pain, and eventual increased costs to fix it if it gets worse.
How long does it take before you need a root canal?
One endotontist told me to hurry up before it got pus in it and the other told me to leave it alone and see if it settled down after the crown procedure. Quack!It depends on the situation, sometimes if you already have an acute infection the dentist may give you some antibiotics to start reducing the infection before having the root canal done. Partially this is done because it is pus can interfere with the anesthetic making it harder to get the area numb. Other dentists will open the canal and allow the pus to drain out of the center of the tooth, this relieves the pressure and pain. If you don't have an acute infection then it is best to get it done a.s.a.p. before one occurs, the longer you let things go the worse the prognosis is for the tooth to be retained long term. -RDH---------Root canal has to be performed if the dental nerve has died and/or is infected. You may have no pain but still need a root canal treatment. Most common reasons for root canal treatment are bad caries and tooth abrasion at the dentist.Here's a video with more info about root canalhttp://www.checkdent.com/en/videos/root-canal-treatment-212.html
Does your dentist perform root canal procedures?
They do perform root canals for nine hundred dollars. He also gives you a choice of removing the tooth. To remove the tooth is about one hundred. They both hurt, but the root canal saves your tooth and takes much longer to perform.
Which one of the following instruments used in the slow-speed handpiece functions to spin cement into the root canal during the obturation process?
The instrument used in the slow-speed handpiece to spin cement into the root canal during the obturation process is typically a mixing tip or a lentulo spiral. The lentulo spiral is specifically designed to facilitate the delivery of root canal sealers and cements by its helical shape, allowing for effective filling of the canal space. This ensures an even distribution of the material throughout the root canal system.
What is the average length of the root canal in an upper central incisor tooth?
The average length of the root canal in an upper central incisor tooth typically ranges from 13 to 15 millimeters. However, this can vary based on individual anatomy and other factors. The root canal system in these teeth usually contains one canal, though variations can occur. Accurate measurement is essential for effective endodontic treatment.
Should i have an Extraction or a root canal?
In all honesty, even after all the health considerations, it may not be worthwhile to you financially to have a root canal. I spent almost 2,000 dollars on having a bio-calyx type root canal treatment and porcelain crown. The crown broke after three years and the tooth itself was never cured of infection. So now I still have to pay to get it extracted and will try using a flipper or partial for now (until genetic therapy comes along if it does). In all I have had 4 root canals costing near 5,000 dollars and have kept none of the teeth. In the meantime I believe I have put my health in jeopardy as a result. That is not to say that one cant have root canal teeth and be symptom free, but to me it is a health risk that might catch up to you eventually. bio-calyx is a root canal filling material you should avoid. It is considered a banned substance and has been proven to expand upon setting therefore splitting a root! Root canals are a viable option in saving a tooth, and if you ever need a root canal, you should make sure you have it done by an ENDODONTIST (a root canal specialist) who will do it right the first time.
What happens when your tooth rots underneath a crown?
The decay starts to grow and spread into the denten which is where the nerve is located causing one to then need a root canal. If the tooth can be saved a root canal is done, the tooth is built up and a new crown is placed over the tooth. if the tooth cannot be saved then it is extracted and replaced by a bridge, implant or a partial
