Do I need a root canal treatment compulsorily?

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If the nerve or pulp of the tooth is exposed, there is no other course of treatment except root canal treatment. You can confirm the same using x-ray, IOPA of the tooth. If no treatment is continued or a permanent filling is placed, the tooth will continue to experience pain. The infection will spread deeper to the root and might even cause an abscess. So, it is very important to continue with the treatment. You can send a picture of x-ray to confirm about the necessity of treatment. For more information consult a dentist online.

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Quite commonly the cavitation extends beyond what is seen on the x-ray. It gets so deep as to be almost touching or frank exposure of the pulp or nerve. At this point, the nerve remains unprotected and is most likely to already have the bacteria. So, it is only a matter of time that the infection spreads deeper to the root and causes abscess and even beyond. At this stage, a root canal treatment will be more conservative and less complex. To do root canal treatment, the entire pulp needs to be exposed to be able to remove it entirely. Thus, further tooth structure is cut along with the large part previously removed for clearing out the cavitation or infection. This weakened tooth structure needs additional support to avoid fracture, which is provided by a crown or cap. So, do not worry, the treatment is not as complicated or as bothersome as it feels now. Share your concerns with the dentist as well, and he/she will surely help alleviate any fear before treatment. For more information consult a dentist online.