Question 1

can a root canal cause a seizure and alter one's perception.  i've been having issues for over a year now and it is affecting my entire body?

Accepted Answer

Seizure from RCT?: No. I see absolutely no correlation and after 40 years in practice have never heard of these symptoms related to RCT, even if done poorly. Look elsewhere. Have you discussed this with your own primary care physician? If not, do so.

Question 2

could residual bacteria from a root canal cause ear pain?

Accepted Answer

Root canal ear pain: It is common to have radiating pain to the ear. The toxins in an abscess tooth irritate the tooth nerve which travels to your brain. The nerve goes through an opening near your ear. This can make your ear hurt too. The bacteria don't cause pain, it is the toxins they produce onto the nerve.

Question 3

can bacteria in unfinished root canal cause sepsis?

Accepted Answer

Yes...: If the bacteria in your mouth gets into your bloodstream, you can end up with sepsis. This may not happen but it is a possibility so follow up with your dentist asap. Call your doctor or go to the er if you develop symptoms of infection like fever, chills, malaise, etc.

Question 4

can bacteria spread to your brain from an incomplete root canal procedure?

Accepted Answer

Technically yes: Although extremely rare, most any infection can spread to other organs via your bloodstream. If you have unfinished dental treatment, then finish it. Chances are you will not have an infection spread to your brain, but that you will loose the tooth if you do not complete your care.

Question 5

root canal lasted 31 years. updated to a crown a year ago. now tooth under crown has decay. what are odds decay was resorption vs. bacteria introduced?

Accepted Answer

Odds?: These types of questions are best answered by a dentist who can personally examine you, going over both clinical records and radiographs over the entire course of treatment.

Question 6

i had 2tooth not infected but  root canal to support my fixed bridge.after 2 months still painful my dentist said it might be bacteria.what wil i do?

Accepted Answer

Consultation: May be infection.  See a root canal specialist, an Endodontist, for evaluation.  Tooth/teeth may need revision all treatment.  Other possibilities, besides infection, include fracture, gum disease, traumatic occlusion, and other possibilities.

Question 7

how long after root canal infection will jaw bone build back up? had retreat, xrays showed some bone gone due to bacteria. dentist:it will grow back.

Accepted Answer

Around 6 months: It normally takes about 6 months for the bone to grow back.  You will need to see your dentist to confirm.

Question 8

are root canals safe?heard that bacteria can get trapped and cause very bad things within the body.holistic dentist said better to pull tooth!

Accepted Answer

Root canals: leave dead tissue in the body.  Some folks are able to tolerate that w/no problem at all while others can't.  The topic is controversial.  If you are not prone to illness and infection you may be able to tolerate root canal but otherwise it may be best to get rid of the tooth.  Peace and good health.

Question 9

i've read root canals aren't safe, because the canals can never be totally sterilized causing bacteria to stay in the root and can spread. true or no?

Accepted Answer

No: When properly done they are safe. If worried, see the specialist - the Endodontist. Today the specialists use a microscope to visualize the tooth and canal system while they treat the tooth. Canals are instrumented to remove the debris, create a clean surface and disinfected before filling and sealing. Important to get restoration very soon after completion. Good Luck

Question 10

what can cause pain after having a root canal?

Accepted Answer

Inflammation . . . .: After a tooth has been treated with a root canal, there can be inflammation which can result in pain/discomfort.  The ligament fibers of the tooth that anchor it into bone can literally swell and cause the whole outside of the tooth to become sore even though the nerve inside has been removed.  Also, the injection sites where you were anesthetized can be sore as well.

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Can a root canal cause a seizure and alter one's perception. i've been having issues for over a year now and it is affecting my entire body?

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Could residual bacteria from a root canal cause ear pain?

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Can bacteria in unfinished root canal cause sepsis?

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Can bacteria spread to your brain from an incomplete root canal procedure?

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Root canal lasted 31 years. updated to a crown a year ago. now tooth under crown has decay. what are odds decay was resorption vs. bacteria introduced?

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I had 2tooth not infected but root canal to support my fixed bridge.after 2 months still painful my dentist said it might be bacteria.what wil i do?

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How long after root canal infection will jaw bone build back up? had retreat, xrays showed some bone gone due to bacteria. dentist:it will grow back.

A member asked:

Are root canals safe?heard that bacteria can get trapped and cause very bad things within the body.holistic dentist said better to pull tooth!

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I've read root canals aren't safe, because the canals can never be totally sterilized causing bacteria to stay in the root and can spread. true or no?

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What can cause pain after having a root canal?

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