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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.
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
How long after a root canal should a tooth be crowned?
As soon as possible. The longer you wait, the more chance there is of the temporary filling falling out and bacteria contaminating the inside of the tooth. Also, the tooth may fracture since root canal treated teeth have often been previously weakened by extensive decay. Within a couple weeks is usually a good time. Generally speaking, sooner is better than later. Not getting a crown can result in the tooth fracturing, and a crown might not be possible then. Also, if the tooth with the root canal is visible when you smile, it may turn dark and diminish your smile. A crown will prevent that. Waiting a few weeks before getting the crown is not always a bad idea, though. Allowing some time to pass will determine that the root canal was successful before investing in an expensive crown that might be lost if the tooth has to be extracted.
I have a tooth top front that has a root canal deep cleaning crown and a few weeks ago I had an apico I can't touch that tooth with my finger brushing is sensitive Please help?
Return to the dentist that performed the apico. He/she should continue to follow-up with this situation until it is resolved, and at no additional fee.
Is composite core build up of root canal treatment contraindicated immediately?
Yes, a buildup is contraindicted immediately after a Root Canal Treatment. Primarily you want to make sure that root canal treatment is asymptomatic before placing any permanent restorations on the tooth. If the dentist or endodontist needs to re-enter the tooth bec. the root canal continues to give problems (pain, formation of abscess) it would be easier to remove the temporary filling. Should leave the temp. filling for 2 weeks and then if asymptomatic then do composite Buildup.
How long after root canal treatment on a tooth should it take to deaden the tooth?
Immediately After Treatment: A root canal removes the pulp (nerve and blood supply), so the tooth is technically non-vital or "dead" immediately after the procedure. Residual Sensation: Some patients may feel slight sensitivity or discomfort for a few days post-treatment due to inflammation in surrounding tissues, not from the tooth itself. Healing Time: Full healing of the surrounding bone and tissue can take a few weeks to months, even though the tooth itself is already dead. No More Pain Signals: Since the nerve is removed, the tooth no longer sends pain signals; any lingering discomfort usually comes from the healing process. Crown Placement Timing: A crown is typically placed 1–2 weeks after the root canal once the area has settled, further protecting the now-dead tooth.
How long can a tooth stay in your mouth after the nerve has been removed?
It is important to know that the nerve is removed not killed. If a tooth has had to fight a long infection, many times the tooth is dead, which means it is unable to fight the infection present inside the canal. The treatment for this situation is root canal therapy. Most of the time the patient does not feel anything throughout the procedure except the delivery of local anesthesia. The treatment goal is to clean the canal space and remove all nerve tissue and bacteria that is present inside the canal. A successful root canal treatment will remove the pain experienced by the patient immediately unless the infection has spread outside the root around the tooth, then it may still be sensitive to biting forces. So to answer your question, the nerve is removed and therefore there is ideally no nerve tissue left in the tooth after the procedure.
I was hit in the mouth two weeks ago. Now my top front tooth is turning gray. It doesn't hurt at all. Is this probably going to lead to a root canal or having to get a new tooth?
A gray discoloration in a tooth after trauma often indicates that the tooth may be dying or has suffered damage to the nerve. While it might not hurt now, it could still lead to complications, such as infection, which may require a root canal or extraction in the future. It's important to see a dentist as soon as possible for an evaluation and to determine the best course of action. Early intervention can sometimes prevent more extensive treatment later on.
Can you fly the day after having root canal treatment?
I was told by my Destist (endodontist) if the tooth that the root canal was done on was built up properly there should be no problem flying, my endodontist knew I was flying on a plane the next day I heard her say "were going to go ahead and put on a permanent filling" but she told be to get a crown done within 2-3 weeks.
I just had 5 teeth pulled at once going on 3 weeks ago all the stitches have came out but I have 1 deep hole where a tooth was and it still hurts what should I do?
You may have a dry socket. You will need to contact your dentist for treatment options.
If the infection is in the bone can it be treated through antibiotics?
It can be treated with antibiotics, but it doesn't really solve the problem. The tooth will still need the treatment reccomended by the dentist; root canal or being taken out most likely. The antibiotics will just help get rid of the pain and make it easier to work on the tooth. The infection will come back. There is no real way to determine when, but it will, maybe a few weeks, maybe a few months, maybe a year, but it will be back and it will probably be worse. And if there is any way to save the tooth now, there may not be if you wait to have the treatment done.
What is wrong when the teeth your dentist filled are still hurting three weeks later?
It means that might have a small hole in your tooth with the filling ( which might not be visible.) you will have to go to the dentist again to see if the cavity has continued to grow in your gum or tooth.
