Root canals can and are done without anesthetic if a tooth is known to be dead. This can usually be determined *before* the root canal is started. To answer your question, if a tooth is dead and asymptomatic, you may be able to have the procedure without anesthetic but the main reason would be to avoid having a shot and hours of numbness, rather than to "see if you feel pain." I would see an endodontic specialist if possible.
It could be, but never let a dentist do a root canal without anesthetic, even if the nerve is removed there is still tissue there which feels pain. I know, I had it done by a dental student. She thought that because the nerve was removed (the week before) I wouldn't feel pain, and her supervisor thought she had given me a local anesthetic.
If the dentist was prepping the tooth for a crown, the tooth was not 'healthy'.
More than likely, the decay that necessitated the crown was closer to the nerve than was first realized, and when the dentist removed all the decay, the nerve was exposed and a root canal became necessary. This was NOT the fault of the dentist.
The fact that the nerve was exposed during the prep is actually a good thing for the patient. It would have been worse if the crown had been seated and permanently cemented in place and then the nerve symptoms became apparent. Then the brand new crown would have had to been drilled through to perform the root canal procedure or the tooth would have to be extracted and the crown would be lost as well.
As a patient, it is very easy to jump to conclusions and assume your dentist did something wrong when a complication like this arises. However, this type of unavoidable complication is fairly common. That is why your dentist is trained to manage the situation and perform the root canal as he did.
Your dentist did not 'cause' you to need a root canal. He simply revealed the fact during the prep, and it sounds like he handled it appropriately. You should appreciate the professional care you received under the circumstances instead of accusing him of causing you harm.
And yes, if his fee is $800 for the root canal, which actually sounds a bit low to me, you ought to pay it and be glad your dentist is competent enough to save a tooth that would certainly be lost without his skill.
What lessons do you need to take to become a dentist if you are going into year 10?
however, the research I've been doing on dentistry suggests that very high grades are needed in GCSE's. In college you have to take biology & chemistry and you can chooose maths or physics (maths would be a good option as i learnt from my work experience) - and in those you'll need a high AAB, ABB or AAA to get into dental school and then its 4-5 years at university.
No, crabs do not have teeth in the sense that most people think. They have tooth-like structures in their stomachs in a chamber called the gastric mill which performs food processing, just like the teeth in your mouth. Unlike your teeth, the teeth in a crab's gastric mill are not made of bone, but of a material called chitin, which is the same material that makes up most of a crab's shell.
How many years it takes to become a dentist in UK?
To Become A dentist in the Uk, You will need to have 3 A levels and more then Likely 1 AS level. The A Levels must be Biology and Chemistry. at least and the grades you will need or your A levels is AAB.
After your A level you will need to go to dental School which takes a further 5-6 years depending on if you do research and then you will do a vocational year where you will be earning and also learning under somebody
So altogether it can take between 7- 9 years
and Is very competitive.
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How many hours a day does a dentist work in one day?
A dentist can be engaged in a variety of activities dealing with the evaluation, diagnosis, prevention and treatment of different types of dental diseases. A dentist will see several patients by appointment and walk-in during a given day. These patients will often come in for a variety of different reasons dealing with the evaluation, diagnosis, prevention and treatment of different types of dental diseases. A dentist will do a deep cleaning of the teeth and gums, removing plaque, bacteria and anything stuck in between the teeth that a simple brushing and flossing cannot remove. A dentist may also check for cavities and treat them by first drilling to remove the decaying part of the tooth, then filling it with dental amalgam such as resin, porcelain or even gold. Keep in mind that dentists choose the amount of hours they want to work.
How long do orthodontists have to go to collage?
it depends entirely on how big the collage needs to be
if you want a collage of 1000 orthodontic patients it will take a lot longer than a collage with only 50 patients
How much Valium should you take before going to the dentist?
You should take no more than what is recommended by the dentist who prescribed the Valium. Under no circumstances should you take the drug without it being prescribed, and always let your dentist know how much you took and when. Also, make sure someone else drives you to and from your dental appointment.
What is the most painful experience you had at the dentist?
One time my dentist left the numbing shot in my mouth, and then he left the room for a good 15 minutes. He told me to hold really still and that if I moved, the needle would fall out and that he would have to re-poke me. I didn't move a muscle, but is was the longest 15 minutes of my life!! I had to lay there with a needle stuck in my cheek, propped up against my lips!
True.....answer fond here
http://www.oregon.gov/dentistry/pdf/0602_newsletter.pdf
How much does a prosthodontist make?
The average salary is close to $50,000 per year. The amount they get will depend upon their experience and where they work at.
What are the steps starting from high school to become a dentist?
First, make sure you are in a college prep program. You will need a solid foundation in the following areas.
What are some desirable personal qualities for anyone wanting to pursue a career in economics?
The ability to work accurately with details The ability to work well independently as well as with others The ability to be objective and systematic in one's work Patience and persistence
Are dentists required to have CPR certification in Oregon?
The statutes and rules do not specifically state that it is a requirement to be CPR certified to obtain a licence. However, I would believe that if an anesthesia permit is applied for, it would be a requirement to be CPR certified. This requirement is probably buried somewhere in the anesthesia training requirements.
How long does it take to be a cosmetic dentist?
u will never be a cosmetic dentist. u will die before graduating. (:
How much money does a child's psychologist make in a week?
Depending on your education and where you practice it can be $1,300 to $2,300 a week.
What certified test are required for a dentist?
you would need a bachelor's degree and a D.D.S., or D.M.D. degree (doctor of dental surgery or doctor of dental medicine). Now, if you want to specialize you have to go through a post-doctoral program (which lasts from 2-6 years). These are programs you'll take after you've earned your dental degree (however, keep in mind that these programs have limited positions available and are extremely competitive). Nonetheless, only 17 of 50 states require that you have a post-doctorate degree to practice a specialty, but you can't exclusively practice a specialized area of dentistry without post-doctoral training.
Why must a physician give the patient ample notice when he or she is withdrawing from a case?
Because the patient may have a cause of action for abandonment without reasonable notice.
Amalgam tray setup left to right?
depends on what is easier for you, or what your dentist prefers. Do you still use Tofflemires with the thin metal strips that tighten like a loop? It's been a long time (the 90's) since i was in dentistry LOL
First continue taking antibiotics, secondly if the root canal was completed you SHOULD NOT be having any pain at all. If your dentist does not know what else to do, you should search out another dentist that can help you. also if you are in that much pain that you need pain killers, something else could be going on. See another dentist as soon as you can, but stay on the antibiotics to be safe.
How many hours a week does a stock broker work?
Well, according to my boyfriend, who lives in NY and is a broker, he works from about 7:30am until nearly 7:30pm most days and 6 to 8 hours on Saturdays as well. This also doesn't count the dinners and 'business meetings' he is required to attend to make sales.
I live in a different state and have no idea if this is the actual amount of time a broker spends working.
If referred by your dentist to go to hospital to have root canal treatment is it free?
Like the old saying, "There is no free lunch".
because the doctor said so
Your daughter is 9 years she weight 104pounds and she is 4feet 11 inches is she over whight?
At that height and weight she has a BMI of 21 which, while healthy for an adult is slightly high for a child of her age (about the 92nd percentile). Your daugher is not dangerously overweight but is a little heavy. This isn't necesarily a problem -you certainly shouldn't put her on a diet- but you might want to talk to her pediatrician about helping her make healthy choices.