Dr. Purva Jingar
Dentistry
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Hello doctor,
My daughter has a cavity and was told by the dentist that she needs a root canal on her six years molars. Is there any option we could fill the cavity vs having a root canal? She is in a lot of pain.
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Well, the condition of the tooth decides its treatment. If the dentist has suggested her root canal that means there is nothing that can save her tooth but only root canal. I suggest you go for that. Filling the tooth is only done when there is a small cavity and has not damaged the pulp of that tooth. For stopping pain temporarily, you can consult your dentist for medications. I can suggest Paracetamol or Ketorol-DT (Ketorolac) tablet in low concentration.
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