How Do You Consider Alternatives To Root Canal?
A dentist has examined your teeth because you have pain and he finds that you need a root canal. Things have changed over the years. Root canal therapy has improved. Perhaps the reason is that today’s anesthesia options are better. However, there are alternatives to a root canal. Discuss alternatives with your dentist. They have the knowledge and can consider your circumstances. They know the pain level and fee structure of the procedure. However, they don’t know your pain threshold and money situation. You have this information, so talk about it with the dentist. Think about having the “sick” tooth pulled. The price is a fraction of what a root canal would cost. The procedure would last only a few minutes, and you would have the problem of that bad tooth behind you. Consider, though, the location of the tooth. You might not want to pull a tooth located in the front. If you do, arrange for a replacement tooth to go in immediately. Ask about using a medicated filling. This process reduc
