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I recently had a root canal done on a tooth that has been dead for about 20 years. I'm 36 now and decided its time for braces.never had any pain in the tooth,but in order to get braces a root canal needed to be preformed. Low and behold a few days later after the canal was completed I am experiencing sinus pressure on my forhead near the bridge of my nose, no other cold sumptoms,just pressure.I wondered if the two were connected and have been told by several people that it is a possibility.either way I will see my doctor tomm. and have her put me on antibiotics to see if it will get rid of this problem..hope this helps
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Why have a root canal?
A root canal is a procedure that can extend the useful life of a tooth that is infected and would otherwise be lost. If your quality of life or your appearance will not be adversely affected, then a root canal is not absolutely necessary, but the tooth should then be extracted to get rid of the infection. Living with the infection can lead to more serious complications.
Why did your dentist give you penicillin for your tooth that needs a root canal if he saw no infection?
To prevent any infection that may occur.
Will an xray show root canal?
Yes, an X-ray can show the status of a root canal. It can reveal the condition of the tooth, the presence of any infection, and whether the root canal treatment has been successful. Radiographs are commonly used by dentists to assess the anatomy of the tooth and surrounding structures during and after the root canal procedure.
A pulpectomy is an endodontic treatment to cure an infection By what name is this surgery also known?
ROOT CANAL
What are consequences of getting your root canal therapy?
If your tooth needs a root canal and is not painful, then it must be a dead tooth. When a tooth is dead, it is a source of infection which is not good. It is possible that it could hurt in the future due to infection. Better to have the root canal done, because you're trying to save your tooth. If you don't have the root canal treatment done and your tooth continues to decay, the dentist might have to pull that tooth out in the future. Once you pull out your tooth, that's gone forever
Should a root canal be performed if infected?
Yes! In fact, half of the time, its the root canal which clears away the infection as your dentist would usually file away the "bad" part of the tooth anyway.
Do you have to have a root canal if the tooth dies?
Yes. If the nerve inside of a tooth dies, it is prone to infection (if not infected already). Root canal treatment should prevent or resolve this infection. A tooth may die for various reasons such as: decay, trauma, extensive wear/grinding/abrasion.
Seems that infection?
Seems that infection from the root canal of the teeth have passed to your maxillary sinus near your facial nerve branches. Better consult your physician.
If you have had a failed root canal will future root canals be likely to fail?
the best predictor is why you needed a root canal in the first place. if its due to trauma, success is extremely high. if its due to infection, success rates are a little lower. the root anatomy of the tooth also factors into success rate.
Can you get an infection after a root canal filling falls?
Yes, it is possible to get an infection if a root canal filling falls out. The filling serves to seal the tooth and prevent bacteria from entering the tooth's interior, so if it is lost, the tooth can become exposed to oral bacteria, leading to infection. It's important to see a dentist promptly if you notice a lost filling to prevent complications.
What is the average dose of amoxicillin after a root canal?
Depends on how severe the infection is. If very severe they can precribe at 1g every 12h
What causes reactive bone after a root canal?
Reactive bone formation after a root canal procedure is typically caused by the body's healing response to inflammation or infection. After the removal of infected tissue and the cleaning of the root canal, the surrounding bone may react by increasing bone density or forming new bone to repair any damage. Factors such as the presence of residual infection, the quality of the root canal treatment, and the individual’s healing capacity can influence this process. In some cases, it may also indicate a healthy response to the treatment, signaling effective healing.
