I went for a check up, which is covered by my insurance completely. While there, he told me I need a root canal treatment. I was a bit surprised about that because none of my teeth bother me. I was wondering if I DO need a root canal treatment, how long can I wait to… Continue reading How Long Can a Root Canal Wait?
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I Have a Failed Root Canal Treatment
I had a root canal treatment about three years so, but because of some pain, I recently found out that the root canaled tooth is not only fractured, but it also has an abscess. The oral surgeon I went in to see about this told me that it would be three weeks until he can… Continue reading I Have a Failed Root Canal Treatment
Root Canals and Salivary Glands
My daughter has had two unilateral salivary gland infections. I do know that she has had root canal treatment near those areas. Is it at all possible that the infections from her root canal treatments could have spread and infected her salivary glands? Penny Dear Penny, It isRead More
Something about this Dentist Isn’t Measuring Up
I need some advice. Before starting I will readily confess that I am not the most regular patient. I have pretty bad dental anxiety. But, I went in because I was having pain in a tooth toward the back of my mouth. It had been hurting on and off for about a week and a… Continue reading Something about this Dentist Isn’t Measuring Up
Can I Replace an Ugly Tooth?
I have a tooth that has turned all dark and gray. I am too embarrassed to smile right now. I looked it up and from what I can tell this means the tooth has died. Can I just remove it and replace it with a fake tooth? Ben Dear Ben,
Affordable Dental Care for Emergencies?
I’ve been laid off and with it lost my dental insurance. I’ve had decent teeth most of my life. Wouldn’t you know it the moment I lose my insurance I have a tooth become inflamed and painful. There’s even a small pimple on my gums, which I think may be part of the problem.Read More
Can a toothache cause dizziness?
I suddenly feel dizzy when I do certain movements and I lose balance. It just started this morning. I just thought that maybe it’s because of my tooth. I’ve been having a toothache for quite a while now and I just leave it alone. It goes and then comes back. I’ve been told by the… Continue reading Can a toothache cause dizziness?