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i would of thought that it would be the same as getting a scab after peircing a hole in your skin, i.e the blackish / brown lining you get when a scab starts

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Q: Why do you have a blackish gum line after a root canal?
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What is an apecoetomy?

an apecoectomy (thats like a root canal from the other end, they cut into the gum and grind off the defective root)


Is it normal to have swelling in the face and gum 4 days after a root canal procedure?

The root canal is a dental procedure which is used to repair damaged teeth. Sometimes it takes a few days for recovery, but if you are having serious pain or swelling after root canal treatment, then contact your dentist as soon as possible to schedule next appointment.


You just got a root canal can you eat ice cream?

You can eat ice cream following a root canal, however, it is not advisable. While it's not dangerous or will cause any damage to your tooth, the sensitivity of surrounding teeth and the tender gum line would cause pain. In general after root canals, you should stick to warm or room temperature foods for the first 24 hours. After that, eat away. Remember though, brushing and flossing make all the difference If you don't want to endure another root canal.


What part of teeth is inside the gum?

The tooth root is the section under the gum line, where it is held in a socket within the jaw.


How do you find a good endodontic if you need an apicoectomy apical surgery on tooth number 4 and that tooth has had a root canal plus you had the root canal re-done and the gum is sore?

To find a good endodontist, it's best to consult your dentist and he or she can refer you.


What do you do if you had a root canal and the crown came out 3 years ago and now there is a lump on your gum with a little pus in it?

You should have had the crown replaced and that lovely little pus is a sign of infection which means they are probably going to have to pull the tooth or perform another root canal.


Why has dog's tooth turned gray after root canal?

The roots of a tooth provide blood to the tooth and gum to keep the tooth alive. After a root canal the pulp and root are removed which essentially kills the tooth. It's a better alternative to kill a tooth with advanced decay than remove it, especially for dogs that consume hard foods.


What causes a hard lump by teeth that needs a root canal?

The 'lump' by teeth in need of root canal therapy is technically called a parulis. When a tooth becomes infected, the infection needs a place to drain. Where the drainage surfaces in your mouth, it can form those hard bumps that resemble a pimple on your gum tissue.


Should you pull a first molar if it has a large cavity?

it depends how deep is your cavity .if the cavity is under your gum there are few chance to keep it because to do a root canal or put a crown is necessary remove all cavity and is contraindicated if your cavity is under your gum or close to the root. If the cavity is too big, sometimes there is nothing that can be done and the tooth has to be extracted. But a first molar is a big tooth that is important for chewing. If you lose it, it will affect the other teeth. Therefore if there is anyway to repair the cavity, by either a filling or a root canal, it would be the best option.


What part of the tooth is inside the gum?

The root!


What do for pain on the left bottom side of my on the gum?

First you need to locate the cause of the pain, which could be a tooth in need of a root canal, food stuck in a pocket between two teeth, or an oncoming canker sore.


Can a gum graft be revised?

Yes. a gum graft can be revised about 4 months after the initial gum grafting. The gum is cut, pulled over the root and stitched.