With a proper restoration and good oral hygiene, a root canal-treated tooth can last a lifetime.
In most cases, yes. A crown helps protect and strengthen the tooth after treatment, especially for back teeth that handle more chewing pressure.
While root canals are highly successful, failure is possible if bacteria re-enter the canal. Retreatment or additional procedures can often correct the issue.
Saving the natural tooth with a root canal is usually preferred. Extraction is considered if the tooth is severely damaged or can’t be restored.
Contact us immediately. Rinse with warm water, apply ice for swelling, and keep any tooth fragments in milk or saline.
Yes, if treated quickly. Ideally, the tooth should be reinserted or kept moist and brought to the dentist within 30 to 60 minutes.
Even if pain is minimal, trauma can cause hidden damage. A dental evaluation is recommended for proper diagnosis.
Yes, trauma in childhood can impact developing permanent teeth. Long-term monitoring may be needed.
It’s a minor surgical procedure to remove the tip of a tooth’s root and surrounding infected tissue when a root canal alone isn’t enough.
You may need one if infection persists after a root canal or if retreatment isn't possible due to complex root anatomy.
The procedure is done with local anesthesia, and most patients experience only minor discomfort during recovery.
Initial healing takes a few days, with complete bone healing over several months. Most people return to normal activities within 24–48 hours.
Common causes include grinding, biting hard foods, injuries, and large fillings that weaken the tooth structure.
Many cracked teeth can be saved with treatments like bonding, crowns, or root canals, depending on severity and location.
No, teeth do not heal like other parts of the body. Even small cracks can worsen over time and should be evaluated by a dentist.
If left untreated, cracks can deepen, allowing bacteria to enter and cause infection or tooth loss. Early treatment helps preserve the tooth and prevent complications.
Sometimes a tooth doesn’t heal properly or gets reinfected due to new decay, missed canals, or a damaged restoration.
We reopen the tooth, remove the previous filling material, clean the canals thoroughly, and refill and seal the space to prevent future infection.
In many cases, yes. Retreatment allows us to preserve your natural tooth and avoid extraction.
Mild discomfort may last a few days. Most patients return to normal activities within 24 hours.
It’s an advanced treatment that uses biological materials like stem cells and growth factors to help regenerate damaged pulp tissue inside the tooth.
This treatment is often used for young patients with developing teeth or cases where pulp regeneration may be possible
While still evolving, regenerative endodontics has shown great success in preserving natural tooth structure and vitality.
Unlike root canals that remove infected tissue, regenerative procedures aim to heal and regrow it.