Why root canal need two trips?

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

Tooth is sore 2 months after root canal and crown?

A tooth can be mildly sore two months after root canal therapy, because of the stress that the tooth has undergone. If the pain is more severe, it would be good to check it with a dentist, because the crown might need more adjustments, or there might be still some infection remained from the root canal.

Does your insurance pay for braces if you have a root canal or can you even get braces with a root canal?

Yes, you can get braces if you have a root canal. And I wouldn't think it would make a difference to an insurance company either. Not sure if your question is about costs. Two major procedures like a root canal and braces would probably exhaust annual maximums of most dental insurances. You would be well advised to get a supplemental plan for major dental work like root canal. addendum: there is usually a lifetime max for orthodontics, separate from root canals etc. ask your insurance company about your coverage. but braces will work on a root canal treated tooth.

How long does it take to heal after a root canal?

It should take approximately two to three weeks for a root canal to heal. If your tooth still hurts you should set up an appointment to see your dentist.

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.

You got a bridge with two crowns a weeks ago and the pain is unbearable Dentist says you may need root canal now Is that normal and how do they do it without taking off bridge and crowns?

The need for a root canal after having a crown placed is not 'normal' per se, but it does happen often enough. When the decay on the tooth is removed, sometimes the nerve is damaged in the process. This does not mean the dentist did anything wrong. It simply means the decay was more extensive and closer to the nerve than was known. Fortunately, the crown or bridge does not have to be removed in order to perform a root canal procedure. The dentist can simply drill through the crown as if it were a natural tooth and place a silver or tooth colored filling when the root canal is completed. Now for the bad news: The root canal may fail. If this happens, you will lose the tooth and probably a major portion of the bridge as well. Before you have him perform the root canal, discuss what your options are if the root canal fails. Also make sure everyone understands what fees you will be refunded or office credits you will receive if the root canal fails. After all, you have forked out major bucks for the bridge already, you now have to pay for the root canal, and you may even get to pay for an extraction before it is over. IMO, you are entitled to at least a portion of the bridge fee as a refund in the event you lose the bridge. If the dentist is not willing to offer this compensation, I recommend you see an endodontist to have the root canal done. He's a specialist in root canals and your chances for success may be better with him. Granted, his fees may be higher, but if his procedure works, you will save the entire bridge.

Im getting two root canal's on my two front teeth and i want to know How long it will take to get them done?

can someone answer this please ! :@

How painful is a root canal on a scale of 1 to 10?

Pain depends on the severity of the infection, the depth of the root canal, the "skill" of the dentist, and your pain threshold. There's lots of factors in a root canal which can increase/decrease pain. I've personally had three root canals. At some points during, it is not comfortable at all. I've never felt pain during any of my root canals, probably because of the anasthetic which is used. In my last root canal I had a small ache afterwards for two days, which I'd pitch at around 2 out of 10.

Dental tray set up for root canal treatment?

I had two root canal. Dr. insisted that I should have MTAD ( antibiotic injection). I said I can take antibiotic after root canal but he said it doesn't work and finally I agreed to pay extra $300,00 for MTAD (Dexatramycin injection). But he still gave me antibiotic (clindamycin). Why? Is it usual? Something was not right. Please answer me.Thank you.

How long will pain last after root canal?

No that is not normal. I had a root canal done and it did not hurt at all. Call your dentist and see what he can do for you. Good luck and God Bless:)

If your root canal specialist told you that you could wait and not get a root canal because you are not feeling any pain should you get one anyway?

I am not a dentist, but I have had to get a root canal. If they say you need one get it done before it gets bad. I waited too long (I hate the dentist). The pain that the tooth started to cause was unbearable. My whole head was killing me after a while. I waited till it got infected and when I finnally got in I had to have it treated with antibiotics for something like two weeks before I could get the whole procedure done. Anyway, if I had to do it over I woould NOT have waited. Good luck.

How long does it take to treat a root canal?

A typical root canal takes about a half hour in the chair. Afterward, you may need pain medication for a day or two. Drainage from the disgusting stuff that has built up around the infected root can take up to about a week or so. You may be on antibiotics for about a week in some cases. After the drainage stops, you will see a dentist who will put a filling in the canal site. Good news - you keep the tooth and have no more agony there. Bad news - the tooth is basically dead but can remain stable for many years.