Do I have any option but tooth extraction?
Q.
lower molar gets root canal 2 years ago. x-ray at time shows suspicious small shaded area beneath the root that may be infection. so no crown is put on in case the infection develops and removal is req’d. Now, infection starts to erupt from gum surrounding the tooth. Dentist suspects fractured tooth has been cause but not seen on xray. new xray now suggests infection spreading in bone. Is there really any option but removal?
lower molar gets root canal 2 years ago. x-ray at time shows suspicious small shaded area beneath the root that may be infection. so no crown is put on in case the infection develops and removal is req’d. Now, infection starts to erupt from gum surrounding the tooth. Dentist suspects fractured tooth has been cause but not seen on xray. new xray now suggests infection spreading in bone. Is there really any option but removal?
A.
Dear Enquirer,
It sounds like the tooth has a very poor long term prognosis.
Regards,
Sunita
Dear Enquirer,
It sounds like the tooth has a very poor long term prognosis.
Regards,
Sunita
Hello, How much is a routine cleaning and check up? How far in advance would I need to schedule an appointment? Also, how much would xray’s be to determine a root canal? I’m 99% certain this may need to be done as my previous dentist mentioned this may be necessary over a year ago.
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