Download FREE Practo app
Get ₹200 HealthCash
Root canal treatment
Does root canal causes any health issues over a period of time? As there is nothing such as 100% clean root canal. I just want to understand when root canal become necessary. I had consulted 2 dentists they both told me to do root canal without taking any x- ray of my tooth.
Answers (10)
Like the answers? Consult privately with the doctor of your choice
if clinically severe decay of teeth is visible there is no need for a xray. rootcanal will have absolutely no effect on your health. dont delay your treatment
Answered
Flag this answer
Let others know if this answer was helpful
Was this answer helpful?
YES
NO
Didn't find the answer you are looking for?
Talk to experienced dentist online and get your health questions answered in just 5 minutes.
+145
Plz see an endodontist who specializes in doing root canal treatment.They can give or achieve better success rates
Next Steps
see an endodontist
Health Tips
Google is not doctor
Answered
Flag this answer
Let others know if this answer was helpful
Was this answer helpful?
YES
NO
hello,
root canal treatment is the safest procedure in and out done everyday in all clinics by almost all dentists. if there is infection to the roots of your teeth, root canal treatment is the best treatment.
Answered
Flag this answer
3/3 people found this helpful
Was this answer helpful?
YES
NO
No health issues after rct..just relax..sometimes tooth is in such bad shape that you don't require xray to decide treatment...go for rct...I am sure that the doctor will take xray later
Answered
Flag this answer
1/1 people found this helpful
Was this answer helpful?
YES
NO
Hi, I know there is a prevailing myth recently that root canal is not good for general health. Its a big myth. There are millions of tooth being saved all over the world with the procedure called root canal treatment. When it's been done by a root canal specialist, as a patient u need not worry for anything. About your question regarding necessity, root canal treatment becomes absolutely necessary when u have to save your tooth instead of removing it. Of course u need to take an X-ray before starting a root canal treatment. But at times by seeing your tooth from outside, experienced dentists can say whether the tooth would really require a root canal treatment or not. So don't worry, just go ahead for the treatment
Answered
Flag this answer
Let others know if this answer was helpful
Was this answer helpful?
YES
NO
Root canal will not cause any other health issues. The canals can be cleaned 100% unless there are accessory canals/ severely curved canals.
If you understand the anatomy of tooth, the outermost layer is called enamel, next layer is called dentin, and the inner most layer is called pulp.pulp has nerves and blood supply for tooth and is responsible for pain when infected. When a tooth decays, and is within enamel, only color change can be seen. When tooth decay extends to dentin, color change and sensitivity of tooth will be there. In both suitations, a simple filling may be enough. But when tooth decay extends to pulp, the bacteria from decay enter the blood vessels of tooth and cause severe pain. In some cases the tooth becomes dead and no pain will be there inspite of the infection. Root canal treatment/RCT is aimed at removing the infected tissue and replacing it with a non reactive, inert material so as to restore the functionality of the tooth..
X rays are usually taken when there is a doubt whether to go for a filling or rct or tooth removal. An experienced doctor can recommend the right treatment by seeing the tooth and based on the symptoms described by the patient.
Answered
Flag this answer
1/1 people found this helpful
Was this answer helpful?
YES
NO
Dr. Manmeet Singh
Dentist
18 yrs exp
Bangalore
A root canal wont cause trouble nor it would be of a health concern provided its done properly.. if the trouble is not solved in spite of Root Canal treatment then you might have to get the concerned tooth removed. Here one may not be able to examine your details and address it...thus pls follow the advise of your Specialist.
Answered
Flag this answer
3/3 people found this helpful
Was this answer helpful?
YES
NO
Dr. Yatharth Bhatia
Dentist
15 yrs exp
Gurgaon
Hi
There are no health issues associated with root canal . At times the condition of teeth is such that an X Ray is not required to suggest a root canal .
A root canal becomes necessary when an associated cavity in tooth is near or involving the pulp tissues
If suggested you should probably go for one
Regards
Answered
Flag this answer
Let others know if this answer was helpful
Was this answer helpful?
YES
NO
Dr. Dinesh B Rathod
Dentist
11 yrs exp
Mumbai
1-As such there as no authentic reports in literature pointing towards I'll effects on general health So, it's a myth.
2-most commonly root canal treatment is needed when caries (bacteria) involves pulp of your teeth. Other situations where RCT required are type 3# of teeth, non vital tooth due to trauma, etc
3- it's always better to go ahead with diagnostic IOPA(x ray), but clinical condition of your tooth can be enough for a dentist to take a call for RCT.
Next Steps
Go ahead and get RCT done
Health Tips
Follow instructions of your dentist.
Answered
Flag this answer
1/1 people found this helpful
Was this answer helpful?
YES
NO
Dr. Suman Makam
Dentist
23 yrs exp
Bangalore
Hello,
Root canal treatment does not pose any health issues.Root canal is advised when there is are irreversible changes happenning in the pulp tissue,leading to death of the pulp tissue and spread of infection.Consult an Endodontist for second opinion.Regards,Dr Sumanmakam,Dental arts,jayanagar 5th block,bangalore.
Answered
Flag this answer
Let others know if this answer was helpful
Was this answer helpful?
YES
NO
Articles you may like
Disclaimer : The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding your medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have read on this website.
The question asked on this page is a free question. You can ask a free health question by downloading the Practo app.
Articles you may like
Tell us what's troubling you
Tell us what's troubling you
Disclaimer : The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding your medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have read on this website.