2006-12-13 19:45:14 · 10 answers · asked by Nissan 1 in Health ➔ Diseases & Conditions ➔ Heart Diseases
I had RTC (Root Canal Treatment) done in one of my tooth. But unfortunately the doctor was not skilled enough. The crown came off after three years and finally I had to remove the tooth completely. This is the maximum danger it can happen after a RTC. However if the doctor is good then its not a problem at all. One of my friend is having done it long back and everything is fine since last 20 years.
Yes it is painful and time taking.
2006-12-13 19:56:56 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 3⤊ 0⤋
As with any medical procedure, there are risks. Because the endodontist is removing the nerve within your tooth, there are risks of infection, nerve damage, etc. However, leaving a broken or badly decayed tooth alone runs a greater risk of infection. Because of the proximity to the brain, it could become life threatening if left untreated.
There are also a small group of dentist who believe root canals can themselves be life threatening as bacteria gets under the work area and spreads through the blood stream to create systematic illnesses. I don't know how reliable this is and it is not generally accepted by most dentists. (link to a book on this topic provided).
I have three root canals; the oldest was done about 15 years ago. I personally didn't find the proceedure to be painful at all in all three cases. The worst of it was after having my jaw cranked open for 75 minutes, then trying to close it again. I have had not problems with any of them and my health is wonderful (haven't even had the flu or nausea since 1975 and I get a cold maybe once ever two years, well below average). But still the risk might be there. Just trying to provide you with all sides of the situation.
Good luck. Hope this information helps.
2006-12-14 03:58:21 · answer #2 · answered by SDTerp 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Just had one done. Inside every tooth is a nerve, located in the root canal of the tooth. The dentist freezes the nerve and then drills it out and fills the hole.
Any operation can be dangerous. This one would require the person doing the drilling to have the shakes or be blind.
The pain was extremely little. It is the sound of the drill and the smell of burning tooth that bothered me the most. :o)
2006-12-14 03:55:43 · answer #3 · answered by ccrstitch2003 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I got punched in the mouth in a fight last year. Five of my teeth died as a result and i had to get root canal treatment. The procedue is fairly safe as most dentists are well trained in the procedure. But i tell u what... it`s F***ing painful!
2006-12-14 03:54:02 · answer #4 · answered by oldmate 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Dangerous No.Painful Yes.
2006-12-14 03:46:39 · answer #5 · answered by Bella 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It not. The dentist would usually disinfect the surrounding gums around your teeth to kill any bacteria. But mind you it is a very painfull process.
2006-12-14 03:53:40 · answer #6 · answered by shadow_prophet2k6 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you have heart problems you should inform the dentist and take antibiotics prior to the work. Really you should do this before any dental work.
2006-12-14 13:02:32 · answer #7 · answered by Nancy H 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If the dentist don't know what the hell he/she is doing, yes, it could be very dangerous!
2006-12-14 03:46:39 · answer #8 · answered by Este 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
No it is not my uncle had one they just like drill holes in your gums or something then screw in some fake teeth i think
2006-12-14 03:47:23 · answer #9 · answered by DoubleOshann 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Possibly but not probably
2006-12-14 03:52:35 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋