2007-10-30 13:07:39 · 9 answers · asked by Bibi 5 in Health ➔ Dental
Dentists seem to agree that root canal therapy is the best option of the two. This is because root canal therapy is the only choice between the two that is designed to help a person save their tooth. Although tooth replacement work has progressed to the point where it is normal for dentists to replace teeth with replacement teeth that look and feel like regular teeth, dentists still believe that it is better that a person retain their own teeth. In scenarios where root canal therapy can possibly save an infected tooth, dentists agree that it is safer, less invasive, and less expensive in the long run that tooth extraction.
Additionally, in the root canal vs. extraction argument, root canal therapy is better for your overall health. This is because dentists have estimated that tooth extraction will release between 68% and 84% more bacteria into the blood stream than root canal therapy. Considering that the human body is a complete organism and that the health of one part of the body will affect other areas of the body, root canal therapy is the safest choice between the two options.
However, there are some circumstances where root canal therapy is unfeasible and tooth extraction is the only option. In these cases, you should take heart knowing that tooth replacement techniques have progressed exponentially over the last few years. It is highly recommended that you would replace an extracted tooth, as this will prevent dental problems caused by a missing tooth from occurring. Popular extracted tooth replacement options include: obtaining a dental bridge, obtaining a removable appliance, and obtaining a dental implant.
2007-10-30 13:11:47 · answer #1 · answered by bree 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I don't think extraction should ever be your first choice----unless you are going to replace the tooth with an implant. When you pull an adult tooth it weakens the teeth on both sides. In a few years, they could have to be pulled and so-on.
If the dentist believes that he/she can save the tooth with a root canal---then you really should do that. And if it's a tooth visible when you smile and talk then you should absolutely try a root canal first.
I know crowns are very expensive, but you have to get one after the root canal to protect the remaining tooth. If you don't, the tooth will crack and break after so many years.
Now if the dentist doesn't think the root canal will really work, then go ahead and get it pulled---but get an implant as soon as possible. Not only will you look better without a hole in your mouth, but it will protect the teeth on both sides.
2007-10-30 13:17:06 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I have some ability to speak on this matter, because I just had a root canal done.
My left front tooth was experiencing external absorption beneath the gum line. It was causing no pain but it showed up on the X-ray.
The first dentist wanted to extract the tooth and insert an implant. I decided to get a second opinion.
The next dentist told me that if there is any reasonable possiblity of saving a tooth, it should be done, and he recommended a root canal.
It was completely painless, and so far, things are going well. If a tooth can be saved, I think it should be. A missing tooth is a big problem, and implants have their problems and limitations too.
2007-10-30 13:54:56 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Since you don't have dental coverage, as many people in this world do not; you should check into having the work done at a local teaching hospital or dental college. You can have either procedure done for a much less expensive price, as there are students who are in training, working with licensed dentists and they have to train on patients. You do not want to deal with having the infection travel through your blood stream and glandular system, which can cause other health problems including heart problems. The removal of the tooth is most likely only putting off the inevitable which is the root canal. Waiting will only make the infection spread and become more dangerous. Good luck, I hope you get this taken care of soon.
2016-05-26 03:39:29 · answer #4 · answered by ? 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
A root canal is always better
2007-10-30 13:44:43 · answer #5 · answered by saf r 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Get the root canal. It won't leave a gap and you won't even know it was done after a short while.
2007-10-30 13:12:51 · answer #6 · answered by Aldo the Apache 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I would say that you should always save the tooth if possible.
2007-10-30 13:15:14 · answer #7 · answered by Dusti-n-Jessie 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
root canal, i just had one. it wasn't bad & it's WAY better than having a missing tooth!
2007-10-30 13:09:56 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 2⤋
Save your tooth baby, You have a pretty smile.
2007-10-30 18:09:08 · answer #9 · answered by ravenscardarkhope 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋