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Root Canal or Extraction
My upper farthest back tooth is infected really bad and my dentist says I have to either do a root canal or get it pulled out. My insurance isn't that great and I don't have a lot of extra money to spend on it. I'd have to put it all on credit cards. Just trying to get some peoples opinions! What should I do?!
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Root Canal is a surgical procedure as is an extraction. As with any surgical procedure there are risks. You need to weigh the risks of any surgery against the benefits. Speak with your dentist and get all the options, pros and cons. Then decide.
As to payment. Let the dentist know you do not have insurance. Many dentists will give you a reduced rate since they do not have the overhead expense of working with the insurance company. Also ask the dentist if payment plans are available. Many dentists have zero interest payment plans that give you 6 months to a year to make payments at zero interest.
I have had several root Canals with no problems and little too no pain. One tooth was even infected, still there was no pain. The crown afterwards fit well and you don't even know it is there. Much better than a bridge which would come later if you have to many extractions rather than root canals when needed and options.
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Hi there,
If it were me, I would have it extracted. There is a great deal of controversy over the safety of root canals these days. Check this out:
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... before you decide what to do.
If you do opt for extraction, please remember to ask your dentist to remove all leftover tissue so you can avoid dental cavitation problems. That is basically where they leave parts of the surrounding tissue in place, which then confuses the jawbone into refusing to heal the hole left by the removal of the tooth.
I am very sorry you have had this situation, and I hope you are able to get it taken care of as soon as possible.
For more info:
A little research now may save you some heartache down the road. I speak from experience.
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Root canals are pretty expensive! I recently had my very first root canal done and it was a little over $1000! Pulling it might be a better idea since it's the furthest one back. It would probably cost less to get it pulled.
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