What will happen if root canal treatment is delayed?

Question

Hello doctor,

My teeth need a root canal. But I do not have enough money to get one so I am waiting for the right time. Around two months ago, I had a visit to the dentist due to swelling, the swelling went down and now I only have small swollen gums on my tooth. Suddenly, last week, the swollen gum just went down on its own. It is literally gone now. I am really worried. What should I do?

Please advise.

Thank you.

Answer 1

Hello,

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According to your history, there may be an infection or secondary caries beneath the old filling. A small bubble on the gums means there is an underlying infection beneath the tooth called a periapical abscess. This can be ruled out with investigations.

I suggest you get an X-ray (IOPA) done for those teeth. Definitely, it should be treated with a root canal followed by a cap (crown) as soon as possible. If you have a financial crisis firstly get at least the first sitting of root canal treatment done. Later within a few weeks get the remaining root canal sittings. Later within a few months without long delay, you can have a cap (crown).

I hope this helps.

Thank you.