What Happened If You Delay Root Canal Treatment?



When your tooth is need root canal treatment, it is important for you to schedule one as soon as possible. However, many patients fear this common dental procedure so much that they tend to delay, which can lead to further complications.

 

So, what happens if you don’t get a root canal? Unfortunately, a lot of things can go wrong if an infected tooth goes untreated. Here are just some reasons why you should never delay root canal therapy when your teeth need one.

 

1) Your Tooth Won’t Heal on Its Own

Simply ignoring an infected or severely decayed tooth doesn’t mean that the problem will actually go away. At that time a patient may think that a tooth infection has resolved once the painful tooth no longer hurts whether it is relieved it own or relieved by antibiotics and analgesics.  However, this indicates that the nerves in the infected tooth have died. And while the patient will no longer be able to feel pain because of the dead nerves, the infection will stay present in the tooth pulp. This can result in a bacterial infection that spreads to other areas of your mouth, or elsewhere in your body.

 

2) You Could Lose Your Tooth

The best is that you keep your natural teeth for as long as possible. But if you don’t get recommended root canal treatment, you can actually lose your tooth to the spreading decay and infection. A severe infection can result in a tooth extraction procedure which will later require more oral surgery with the placement of a dental implant or dental bridge. But root canal treatment give a chance to save your tooth, which can better preserve the structure of your natural teeth and result in a healthier smile and functions. 

 

3) Untreated Root Canals Can Cause Serious Medical Conditions

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If you delay a root canal for too long, you will be at risk for serious dental problems and medical conditions. When a tooth goes untreated for longer than it should, the bacteria found in the infected tooth pulp will spread into the gums and jaw. This can lead to something called a dental abscess. These pus-filled sacks require immediate medical treatment and can also cause inflammation elsewhere in your body. Severe inflammation from a dental abscess may even lead to serious complications like a stroke, heart attack, or life-threatening sepsis if the infection progresses to your bloodstream. Why even think about taking the risk?


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If you need Root Canal Treatment (RCT) in Jamnagar, Dr. Bharat Katarmal is experienced painless root canal treatment specialist in single visit. We can help you to get rid of toothache and save your natural tooth. To schedule your appointment at Dr. Bharat Katarmal Dental clinic at Jamnagar, please call at 9714290071.

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