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| Subject | Date Asked |
| about root canal | 2/5/2012 |
| Q: I had root canal in single upper front teeth. Now it turned offwhite. So when i have picture with ... A: Bleaching will definitely make the tooth whiter. The problem is that it is difficult to get a ... | |
| post root canal question | 2/4/2012 |
| Q: I had a root canal completed more than 3 months ago. The tooth had an infection for several months, ... A: I'm sorry to hear you're still having problems with this tooth. No, this is not normal. In most ... | |
| root canal question | 2/3/2012 |
| Q: I post an interesting question and I wonder if perhaps you might have any insight. Lets say a ... A: When we do root canals, the first step in to access the inside of the tooth, then determine how long ... | |
| root canal question | 2/3/2012 |
| Q: I post an interesting question and I wonder if perhaps you might have any insight. Lets say a ... A: Yes, I'm with you and you don't need to worry. The inside of the root canalled tooth is densely ... | |
| Metallic taste in mouth after root canal done in 6/11 | 2/3/2012 |
| Q: I had a root canal done in 6/11 at which time the endodontist said he had trouble while performing ... A: It's highly unlikely that this has anything to do with the root canal. However, since I can't ... | |
| broken uncrowned root canal | 2/3/2012 |
| Q: backlund, I got a root canal done to a top right teeth back in 08/2010. It was suppose to be crowned ... A: I'm sorry all this is going on. I would not advise trying to remove the tooth yourself. It sounds ... | |
| about root canal | 2/2/2012 |
| Q: I had root canal in single upper front teeth. Now it turned offwhite. So when i have picture with ... A: In most cases, doing a crown on a front tooth will not affect the tooth's strength at all and may ... | |
| Jaw | 1/5/2012 |
| Q: ANSWER: Hi Randy, If the problem is the alignment of your teeth, then an orthodontist would be the ... A: Since that is the case, I think an oral surgeon would be the best place to start. he/she could ... | |
| Jaw | 1/5/2012 |
| Q: Hello which dentist should I see to make sure my jaw is properly aligned and in the right place? A: If the problem is the alignment of your teeth, then an orthodontist would be the right dentist. ... | |
| root canal tooth #20 got hurt again after 5 years., but x-ray indicates no infection | 1/4/2012 |
| Q: six years ago, I had a root canal done on tooth #20. Everything was fine until last year when tooth ... A: I'm sorry all this is going on. From what you have told me, I may have some bad news for ... | |
| Root Canal Last Week | 1/3/2012 |
| Q: I had a root canal on an upper molar done last week, and the dentist informed me that part of his ... A: I'm sorry to hear you're having problems with your root canal. You bring up several issues ... | |
| Professionals | 1/1/2012 |
| Q: Backlund, I am wondering, I have had an issue with my root canal for a couple of years now. I feel ... A: After you see the endodontist, if he/she finds nothing, ask them where you should go next. Let the ... | |
| Professionals | 12/31/2011 |
| Q: Backlund, I am wondering, I have had an issue with my root canal for a couple of years now. I feel ... A: WOW....sorry to hear you have had this problem for so long. No wonder you are frustrated. In ... | |
| Post Root Canal | 12/28/2011 |
| Q: I had a root canal done over 2 years ago. It's been a week, and that the root canal tooth has ... A: The symptoms you are describing really sound like a clenching problem. Hopefully, wearing the ... | |
| Post Root Canal | 12/24/2011 |
| Q: I had a root canal done over 2 years ago. It's been a week, and that the root canal tooth has ... A: WOW...sorry to hear all this is going on especially with your travel and the holidays upon us. I ... | |
| broken crown | 12/20/2011 |
| Q: I was eating and a back moler came out, tooth intact with post attached. Can it be re cemented by my ... A: WOW...what a surprise huh? In most cases it can be recemented, but it depends a lot on why it came ... | |
| Root canal extreme pain scared | 12/15/2011 |
| Q: On Monday I had my lower front 7 teeth ground down in preparation for a permanent bridge/crown ... A: WOW...sounds like you are really having a tough time! To answer your question, it never hurts to get ... | |
| root canals and veneers | 12/15/2011 |
| Q: Backlund, My upper right lateral tooth has a small crack in it (verified by the dental school)which ... A: You ask a great question. The issue with root canals and veneers isn't really whether a root canal ... | |
| root canal | 12/11/2011 |
| Q: I had a tooth decay which was big enough so that it had almost reached the tooth's nerve but I had ... A: I'm sorry all this is going on. When a recent root canal is done, it is unusual for any symptoms to ... | |
| teeth | 12/10/2011 |
| Q: Do all teeth that require root canals have cavities in them? thank you. A: You ask a great question. The answer is no. Root canals can also be caused by trauma, like a car ... | |
| Nerve Pain after root canal and crown | 11/28/2011 |
| Q: Dr. Backlund, I am hoping you can steer me in the right direction. 11/9/11 Root canal down on lower ... A: I'm sorry all this is going on. When a root canal is done, there is no longer a nerve inside the ... | |
| Root Canal problems | 11/26/2011 |
| Q: I am a 48 y.o. male in fairly good overall health. I have had 3 root canals, all in the last several ... A: I'm sorry to hear all this is going on. You have a couple issues here, let me see if I can help. ... | |
| root canal complications after 2 years | 11/23/2011 |
| Q: First i want to start by explaining my root canal that was done almost 3 years ago. I had a tooth ... A: WOW...I'm sorry to hear all this is going on especially with the holidays coming. It sounds like you ... | |
| Root canal | 11/23/2011 |
| Q: My root canal specialist has been trying various things to see if I really need a root canal. I'm ... A: You ask great questions and are faced with a dilemma that I see daily. The first thing that we check ... | |
| Post Root Canal Pain | 11/23/2011 |
| Q: Persistent hot/cold sensitivity all my life. I also have TMJ. I do not grind my teeth, but I do ... A: Actually, you and your endodontist seem to be doing everything correctly to try to resolve your ... | |
| root canal | 11/21/2011 |
| Q: I had a root canal more than a year ago, then had it capped. It always bothered when pressure was ... A: I'm sorry to hear you are still having trouble with your root canal. It can get pretty frustrating. ... | |
| root canal needle broke and is now left in root | 11/18/2011 |
| Q: I had a root canal done today and the dr told me that he had accidentlly broke one of the needles ... A: I'm sorry to hear you are one of the patients who has had this happen. Unfortunately, your dentist ... | |
| Post Root Canal Pain | 11/15/2011 |
| Q: Persistent hot/cold sensitivity all my life. I also have TMJ. I do not grind my teeth, but I do ... A: You're a very good historian concerning your tooth. I'm sorry you are having so much trouble! In ... | |
| Diagnosing a root canal | 11/10/2011 |
| Q: I recently went for my bi-annual cleaning and my dentist found a cavity. I was told it was a small ... A: I'm sorry to hear all this is going on. Especially when you thought you only needed a small filling. ... | |
| Wifes post Bridge/Root Canal infection | 11/7/2011 |
| Q: Good afternoon, My wife broke her 3rd molar on the left side. Dr extracted it and filed down tooth ... A: I'm so sorry to hear your wife is going through all this. Unrelenting pain can certainly wear a ... | |
| root canal through exisiting bridge | 11/6/2011 |
| Q: Dr. i have been lucky to have the best 20 years old bridge in my lower left wisdom tooth 18, 19, 20 ... A: I'm sorry you're having this trouble. Normally, a root canal can be done through the existing bridge ... | |
| Post nasal drip after root canal | 10/30/2011 |
| Q: Had root canal done a few days ago on the upper right molar. Started dripping fluid from the right ... A: I'm sorry to hear all this is going on. Sometimes, and it's rare, when a molar root canal is done, ... | |
| infected tooth | 10/28/2011 |
| Q: I had a root canal done and about two months later I had problems with the tooth turns out the ... A: I'm sorry to hear you had this bad experience with a root canal. The good news is, this really isn't ... | |
| Root canal or extraction | 10/23/2011 |
| Q: I had pain in my tooth about 3 months ago. I went to my dentist. He said I needed a root canal on ... A: It's always difficult for the patient to sort through differences of opinion in situations like ... | |
| Grey front tooth/Trauma | 9/11/2011 |
| Q: About 3 weeks ago I had a sports accident which resulted in one of my front teeth receiving a pretty ... A: I'm sorry to hear you have this going on. I can understand your concern. Trauma is one of the ... | |
| Root Canal | 9/5/2011 |
| Q: I hadn't slept in 2 nights at all and I was on prescription pain killers but the pain was still too ... A: I'm sorry this is going on. You could have a serious problem if the infection has moved into your ... | |
| Abscess After having a root Canal | 9/4/2011 |
| Q: I recently had a root Canal 8/30 to my upper (R) Molar that already had a crown. I was referred to ... A: I'm sorry all this is going on especially when it's a 3 day weekend and you should be enjoying ... | |
| Root canal | 9/2/2011 |
| Q: I had a root canal about a year and a half ago, but also had an infection in the roof of my mouth. ... A: Most pharmacies sell a temporary tooth filling designed to cover a tooth if it breaks until the ... | |
| Overfilled canals | 9/1/2011 |
| Q: I recently had a RCT on tooth #3 because it was slightly sensitive. My dentist said I have calcified ... A: I'm sorry all this is happening to you and I can understand why you are worried if none of this has ... | |
| Tooth still hurting after root canal | 8/15/2011 |
| Q: I had an upper molar crowned about 4 years ago because I had chipped it eating something hard. I had ... A: WOW....sounds like you have really been through it! Things like this can be very frustrating for all ... | |
| Cavity | 8/11/2011 |
| Q: I just found out I have a cavity on front tooth I am very nervous about the novacaine. Is this ... A: Usually, when the injection is given, there is only a slight sting....no real pain. The tissue in ... | |
| root canal | 8/9/2011 |
| Q: please help thank you A: Good questions...every dentist has their own method of practicing. All I can tell you id that I have ... | |
| Irreversible pulpitis | 8/9/2011 |
| Q: Im a dental student from Norway, and have a question that I dont seem to find the answear to in ... A: Congratulations on choosing dentistry as a career. While it has it's "moments", you will find it ... | |
| root canal sealant and infection | 8/2/2011 |
| Q: Backlund, I've clarified my question from a few days ago. 2 years ago I had a root canal on #30 ... A: ..I just didn't understand when you referred to a "plug". Sealer is the cement we use to cement the ... | |
| Front Tooth Injury to My 7 Year Old | 8/2/2011 |
| Q: My 7 year old was on a trampoline and fell into his brother. Unfortunately his 2 front teeth were ... A: I'm SO sorry to hear about your son! Unfortunately, we see a lot of this kind of thing during the ... | |
| percussion sensitivity on root canal treated tooth | 7/30/2011 |
| Q: Dr. Backlund: A little over a year ago my #30 had root canal treatment (by endodontist). The tooth ... A: I'm sorry to hear that you are having trouble with this tooth. Percussion sensitivity could be one ... | |
| mb2 | 7/28/2011 |
| Q: would like to know if mb2 canal is prepared as other canals or not . and is it has a reading at the ... A: Good morning, Yes, the 2nd mb root should be treated as any other. Since it often connects with the ... | |
| Apicoectomy | 7/27/2011 |
| Q: I had an apicoectomy on tooth #14 a week ago and the gum area that was cut in order for the ... A: I'm sorry to hear things are still sore. However, since the procedure was done only one week ago, a ... | |
| ROOT CANAL EXTRACTION | 7/25/2011 |
| Q: I am a 23 year old female, who has had issues with my teeth forever. After I had my first son, my ... A: I'm sorry you are going through all this. When a root canal is done, the tooth is dead, but it can ... | |
| Extreme tooth pain months after pulpotomy | 7/25/2011 |
| Q: About 3 months ago I had an emergency pulpotomy done on my lower molar. They put in a temp filling ... A: I'm sorry all this is going on. You are right, the tooth is dead after a pulpotomy. What is going on ... | |
| Severe tooth/face pain after dental work | 7/22/2011 |
| Q: I went to my dentist for a crown 12 days ago. I was experiencing no pain. Following the procedure I ... A: WOW...you have really had a tough week or so. I can certainly understand your frustration! In ... | |
| Root Canal-post procedure options | 7/21/2011 |
| Q: Approximately a week to 10 days ago, I began experiencing pain to the upper right teeth. At the time ... A: After a root canal, a tooth becomes more brittle since it is no longer "bathed" with fluid from the ... | |
| Root Canal-post procedure options | 7/20/2011 |
| Q: Approximately a week to 10 days ago, I began experiencing pain to the upper right teeth. At the time ... A: I'm sorry to hear you have had all this go on, but you certainly did the right thing before you had ... | |
| facial pain | 7/20/2011 |
| Q: I was treated with IV drugs but no CT scan or drainage took place. After completion of root canal I ... A: I'm sorry to hear you have been going through all this. Obviously, since I can't examine you or see ... | |
| broken tooth after root canal and crowning. | 7/20/2011 |
| Q: Sir, I had a root canal and crown in my front left tooth eight months ego. yesterday i broke that ... A: I'm sorry you broke your tooth. I would suggest that you see your dentist ASAP to make sure there ... | |
| Calcified Root Canals | 7/18/2011 |
| Q: Bucklund. I had severe trauma to my two front teeth, 8 and 9. I chipped both of them 9 is the tooth ... A: I'm sorry to hear you had that trauma to your teeth. One of the post op problems of trauma is for ... | |
| Dead Tooth | 7/15/2011 |
| Q: Blacklund, I hit one of my upper front teeth doing sports about a year ago. About a week after ... A: I'm sorry this has happened to you, but we see this problem often after a tooth has been ... | |
| A dying tooth? What are my options | 7/10/2011 |
| Q: Dr. Backlund, I believe I have a dying tooth. I went white water rafting about three weeks ago and ... A: I'm sorry you got those results. I suspect you are right, you have a tooth that is dead or dying. It ... | |
| A dying tooth? What are my options | 7/10/2011 |
| Q: Dr. Backlund, I believe I have a dying tooth. I went white water rafting about three weeks ago and ... A: I'm sorry you had this happen. At this point, the color of the tooth doesn't really mean anything, ... | |
| pain after root canal | 7/9/2011 |
| Q: I have have several root canals in the past years, with no problems whatsoever and nothing like this ... A: No problem...no, I don't think an ENT doc would do much good at this time. They just don't know much ... | |
| pain after root canal | 7/9/2011 |
| Q: I have have several root canals in the past years, with no problems whatsoever and nothing like this ... A: It's hard for me to really help here without being able to see your X-rays. If you have a post out ... | |
| pain after root canal | 7/9/2011 |
| Q: I have have several root canals in the past years, with no problems whatsoever and nothing like this ... A: Before I try to answer, I need a little clarification...is your dentist an endodontist? The thing ... | |
| gingivitis or dry mouth | 7/4/2011 |
| Q: i dont whats going on but i think i have a canker sore first time getting one had it for about 4 ... A: That area looks like a canker sore or else an area that has been traumatized, like being hit with a ... | |
| Persistent palate pain | 7/1/2011 |
| Q: Backlund, I had a root canal retreated 10 days ago on my maxillary first molar. I had LOTS of pain ... A: I'm sorry you're still having problems. When a root canal is retreated, it is not unusual for the ... | |
| Pain upon biting, tooth has been prepped for crown | 6/30/2011 |
| Q: Last year shortly before Christmas, part of an old metal filling fell out of tooth #2. My dentist ... A: You are more than welcome Alison. Situations like this can be very frustrating for patients and ... | |
| Pain upon biting, tooth has been prepped for crown | 6/30/2011 |
| Q: Last year shortly before Christmas, part of an old metal filling fell out of tooth #2. My dentist ... A: I'm sorry to hear you have all this going on. It certainly sounds like you have the symptoms of a ... | |
| Face is swollen | 6/24/2011 |
| Q: I went to the dentist 2 days ago severe tooth ache and it was shooting pain up my cheek. He said I ... A: At this point, most of the dental offices are closed in your area, so you need to do the best you ... | |
| Face is swollen | 6/24/2011 |
| Q: I went to the dentist 2 days ago severe tooth ache and it was shooting pain up my cheek. He said I ... A: WOW...it sounds like you are really going through it. Before I answer, please tell me what ... | |
| root canal | 6/23/2011 |
| Q: I had a crown placed on a right lower molar approx. 1 yr. ago.The tooth has been sensitive to heat ... A: Sorry to hear that things seem to be going downhill for your tooth and now you need a root canal. In ... | |
| post root canal pain | 6/22/2011 |
| Q: Dr. Backlund, I had a root canal yesterday and over the last 24 hours there has been an increase in ... A: I'm sorry to hear you're having all this go on. What you are experiencing is NOT normal, however we ... | |
| broken tooth | 6/21/2011 |
| Q: I broke my front right hand side tooth in an accident second time. Earlier doctor had done the ... A: I;m sorry you are going through all this. Root canals on front teeth are very safe and highly ... | |
| Root Canal | 6/21/2011 |
| Q: I had an emergency visit with my dentist today. For the past three days I have had pain in one of my ... A: I'm glad to hear all is well...I was worried about your coumadin as you could tell from my response. ... | |
| feeling mobility in adjacent toothafter root canal | 6/20/2011 |
| Q: Backlund, Hi, after a dental check up and due to a radiograph my dentist diagnosed that one of my ... A: No problem Simin...happy to try to help! Yes, at this point I think you should see an endodontist. ... | |
| feeling mobility in adjacent toothafter root canal | 6/20/2011 |
| Q: Backlund, Hi, after a dental check up and due to a radiograph my dentist diagnosed that one of my ... A: Pain is the bodies way of telling us something is not right. I would expect there to be no pain ... | |
| Root Canal | 6/20/2011 |
| Q: I had an emergency visit with my dentist today. For the past three days I have had pain in one of my ... A: I'm sorry this is all going on. Pain & swelling is a bummer to say the least! You actually have ... | |
| Postproot canal treatment | 6/19/2011 |
| Q: I am worn down with pain. It is making my chest feel tight. Headache. Making my nose ache. Also ... A: WOW...it sounds like you are really going through it! Pain like this can really wear you down and ... | |
| Pain with hot liquids | 6/18/2011 |
| Q: I have a lower molar which was root candled 3 years ago. No problems. Now I am experiencing some ... A: I'm sorry this is going on. Without examining you, it's hard for me to diagnose your problem. ... | |
| biting pain persists after root canal | 6/17/2011 |
| Q: I had a root canal done on molar #18 this past week. The tooth next to it (#19) was extracted a ... A: I'm sorry all this is going on. First, I want you to check your bite for me...again. Hold your teeth ... | |
| biting pain persists 1 month after root canal | 6/8/2011 |
| Q: furthest back molar (not wisdom tooth, those were removed 15 years ago); the dentist went to do a ... A: There is never any harm in waiting. However, this has been going on for sometime. If things seem to ... | |
| pain in tooth wih temp. crown | 6/8/2011 |
| Q: I was chewing on some almonds a few weeks ago and broke a molar. The large filling from 50 some ... A: I'm sorry this is all going on. Giving teeth more time is never a problem as long as things seem to ... | |
| tooth unable to be numbed/root canal? | 6/7/2011 |
| Q: I have a complicated story so please bear with me. Back around April 2 I broke my tooth while eating ... A: I'm sorry you're going through all this. It's hard for me to give you good answers without being ... | |
| biting pain persists 1 month after root canal | 6/7/2011 |
| Q: furthest back molar (not wisdom tooth, those were removed 15 years ago); the dentist went to do a ... A: You're right. It most likely is not the bite, but that needs to be ruled out. Fractures are ... | |
| biting pain persists 1 month after root canal | 6/7/2011 |
| Q: furthest back molar (not wisdom tooth, those were removed 15 years ago); the dentist went to do a ... A: WOW...sounds like you are going through a lot here. That can be REALLY frustrating for all involved. ... | |
| feeling mobility in adjacent toothafter root canal | 5/31/2011 |
| Q: Backlund, Hi, after a dental check up and due to a radiograph my dentist diagnosed that one of my ... A: I'm sorry this is going on. When a root canal is done on a tooth with an abscess on the Xray but no ... | |
| Post root canal | 5/29/2011 |
| Q: I had a root canal pretreatment 3 days ago. There was abscess at the tip of the root. THe avail and ... A: I'm sorry you're having this problem...no fun huh? The prednisone depresses the inflammatory ... | |
| Possible failed root canal? | 5/29/2011 |
| Q: Background...I started experiencing tooth pain in October of 2010, while traveling. It was not ... A: I sorry all this is going on. It must be really frustrating to be dealing with this for so ... | |
| post and core and crown | 5/28/2011 |
| Q: Can a post and core be remade if it needs to be? I had some stainless steel put in my tooth with a ... A: Yes it is possible to redo a post and core, but it can be difficult to remove an old post. As long ... | |
| Root canal process | 5/27/2011 |
| Q: I recently had my first root canal (#18) and am trying to get a better understanding of the process ... A: You're doing a great job of interpreting dental abbreviations! You're right on.... Gutta percha is, ... | |
| tooth decay | 5/26/2011 |
| Q: I have tooth decay under a grown on my back molar. I have not had root treatment before the crown ... A: I'm sorry you're faced with this situation. If the decay is not too bad, it would be possible to ... | |
| root canal x's 2 | 5/21/2011 |
| Q: In 1998 I had a root canal and subsequent crown on tooth 18. Three months ago I had a root canal on ... A: Now I get it! I appreciate the clarification. Yes, I have heard of and redone this type root canal ... | |
| root canal x's 2 | 5/21/2011 |
| Q: In 1998 I had a root canal and subsequent crown on tooth 18. Three months ago I had a root canal on ... A: Before I try to help, I'm confused. You said that when your endodontist xrayed the teeth, both ... | |
| Old root canal | 5/18/2011 |
| Q: I have a problem and I know I deserve it. I had a root canal done about 8 years ago, to a third ... A: I'm sorry all this has gone on. You shouldn't be so hard on yourself....sometimes life just gets in ... | |
| Infection | 5/18/2011 |
| Q: After taking an X-ray of my tooth my DDS said there is an infection at the root of the tooth. At ... A: That's a GREAT question and an important one if you are considering your options. Since I can't ... | |
| Central Incisor | 5/13/2011 |
| Q: About 4 months ago, x-rays indicated that I had a cavity in the lingual part of my Central Incisor. ... A: I'm sorry you're having this problem. It's hard for me to tell you why your tooth is more sensitive, ... | |
| pain 5 days after root canal | 5/3/2011 |
| Q: 5 days ago I had a root canal done on an upper molar tooth (6th) that already had a deep filling ... A: I'm glad to hear things are somewhat better. There is really no way to predict these things since we ... | |
| root canal | 5/3/2011 |
| Q: I have 2 crowns at the very front of my mouth that look good, Im in agony and think I need root ... A: I'm sorry this is going on, especially with the big "21" coming up....Happy Birthday! If you do ... | |
| adult teeth | 4/29/2011 |
| Q: My eight year old son has only lost two bottom baby teeth! Two adult teeth have grown in their ... A: I can certainly understand your concern. However, it is not unusual for children to vary greatly in ... | |
| tooth pain | 4/28/2011 |
| Q: i had a root canal about 13 years ago and recently it has started to hurt, my dentist took x-rays ... A: I'm sorry this is going on. It's hard for me to give you good advice since I can't exam you or see ... | |
| Pain post RCT | 4/27/2011 |
| Q: I had a 20 year old filling replaced on my maxillary first molar that was "leaking". I developed ... A: First my disclaimer...since I can't exam you or see your X-rays, it's hard for me to give you ... | |
| nerve damage after root canal | 4/26/2011 |
| Q: I hope you can help me with this. A few weeks ago I had root canal treatment on a bicuspid tooth on ... A: Sorry, I didn't mean to scare you. Remember, since I can't exam you, I'm just covering my bases. ... | |
| nerve damage after root canal | 4/25/2011 |
| Q: I hope you can help me with this. A few weeks ago I had root canal treatment on a bicuspid tooth on ... A: I'm sorry to hear all this is going on. You are asking GREAT questions, but like you said, without ... | |
| About root canal therapy | 4/21/2011 |
| Q: I'm a teenager studying my first year at a university abroad. Recently I started feeling severe pain ... A: I'm sorry all this is going on when you aren't around your home area and local dentist. You're ... | |
| infection at a tooth that has had a root canal | 4/20/2011 |
| Q: I have had a root canal done 6 or 7 years ago, and my dentist has detected an infection again on my ... A: I'm sorry you are going through all this and the decisions that need to be made. Unfortunately, I ... | |
| cracked root | 4/19/2011 |
| Q: I wrote to you before and you were very helpful. I had a 3-d scan done on an area where it was ... A: I'm sorry things ended up this way. No, an overfill will not cause a cracked root, but a cracked ... | |
| apicoectomy | 4/16/2011 |
| Q: I had an apicoectomy a year ago when a root canal from 7 years earlier failed, and now am ... A: I'm sorry you are faced with this decision. Apicoectomies are a last efort to save a tooth. Their ... | |
| hello | 4/15/2011 |
| Q: it was getting better but all of a suden it swelled up and started to hurt more what can i do to get ... A: I'm sorry you are going through all this. Since I can't examine you, I can't say for sure what is ... | |
| strange taste after root canal | 4/13/2011 |
| Q: I just had a root canal yesterday, was told prior to the root canal that I may have had a periapical ... A: You're not being paranoid.....things like this can drive patients and dentists nuts! Since the root ... | |
| strange taste after root canal | 4/12/2011 |
| Q: I just had a root canal yesterday, was told prior to the root canal that I may have had a periapical ... A: I'm sorry to hear all this is going on. When a root canal is completed, in some cases it can cause ... | |
| My black tooth | 4/4/2011 |
| Q: I am sixteen and I have got a black tooth next to my two front teeth. I have been in pain for the ... A: I'm sorry to hear all this is going on. You don't need to worry....your tooth won't fall out. ... | |
| Root Canal back in 1979 | 4/2/2011 |
| Q: I had a root canal on the upper left first molar in 1979. All the roots in that tooth were ... A: I'm sorry you're going through all this. In addition, I have some bad news for you....there is ... | |
| Post core | 4/1/2011 |
| Q: How much tooth structure has to be remaining to do a post core buildup A: The real question here is how much needs to be missing.....a post & core replaces tooth structure ... | |
| post Root canal pain after 4 weeks? | 3/28/2011 |
| Q: I had the worst pain of my entire life a month ago in an upper~ 3rd from front {1st back tooth}Had ... A: I'm sorry you are going thorough all this. Yes, grinding can cause incredible pain after treatment. ... | |
| Possible micro fracture | 3/26/2011 |
| Q: Backlund The history: I been experiencing intermittent discomfort on my #2 on the final compacting ... A: I'm sorry you're going through all this. Detecting and treating fractures in teeth is one of the ... | |
| Root Canal pain 5 years later | 3/22/2011 |
| Q: I hope you can help. I been having problems with my bottom incissor tooth thats been apicoetomy ... A: Your sensitivity to the mouthwash is most likely from the gum recession on the other tooth. Make ... | |
| redo root canal | 3/20/2011 |
| Q: root canal was done aboot 30 years ago. currently post and crown. discoloring skin on gum above ... A: Teeth with posts become a real issue to redo. The post must be removed before the root canal can ... | |
| Root Canal pain 5 years later | 3/19/2011 |
| Q: I hope you can help. I been having problems with my bottom incissor tooth thats been apicoetomy ... A: I'm sorry you're having this problem. It's hard for me to really help here since I can't exam you ... | |
| broken tooth | 3/19/2011 |
| Q: my daughter when she was 1year and 8 month old she fell down and broke her one front tooth,doctor ... A: Good for you to be concerned. A remaining abscess can cause changes in the permanent teeth forming ... | |
| root canal | 3/18/2011 |
| Q: I need a root canal on my top right(last) molar. I am in pretty bad pain when I dont take pain ... A: In general, endodontists do a quicker and better job on back teeth than general dentists because ... | |
| How long should it take to heal after a root canal? | 3/17/2011 |
| Q: Went to the dentist at the beginning of January for a toothache I had for about 2 weeks. (I couldn't ... A: I'm sorry you are going through all this. Dealing with cracked teeth can be a very frustrating thing ... | |
| Chance of fracture after root canal | 3/16/2011 |
| Q: Recently a piece of my lower left hand side molar fell of. That tooth had trauma and the last ... A: You ask a GREAT question and one I am asked almost daily. Anytime we do a root canal on a back ... | |
| root canal retreatment failed | 3/15/2011 |
| Q: First off, thank you for you time. I had a root canal and crown placement about 20 years ago on my ... A: I'm sorry to hear all this has gone on and you're still having problems. I can understand your ... | |
| root canals | 3/14/2011 |
| Q: My daughter's dentist has broken a piece of the file off in her tooth and made a few attempts to go ... A: I'm sorry to hear your daughter had this happen to her. All of us who do root canals break off files ... | |
| Root Canal and crown | 3/13/2011 |
| Q: In January of this year I went to my dentist to have a possible root canal and crown on my number 2 ... A: I'm sorry to hear you're having this problem. Unfortunately, you're also right that I can't ... | |
| Pain 2 years after root canal | 3/11/2011 |
| Q: I was reading another person's question about having pain several years after having a root canal ... A: Unfortunately, the answer is yes. A crown really only prevents the tooth from cracking or ... | |
| Root canal discomforts | 3/10/2011 |
| Q: Backlund, I had a root canal about 2 years ago and now I've been experiencing some discomforts in ... A: I'm sorry your starting to have problems in that area. No, what is going on is not normal. Pain, or ... | |
| Dental Pain with hot and cold foods | 3/4/2011 |
| Q: Dr. Backlund, My two upper left back molars had root canal treatment and porcelain crowns placed ... A: I'm sorry you are going through all this. Trigeminal neuralgia often has a trigger point, but ... | |
| Crowns issues - are they normal? | 2/28/2011 |
| Q: How neat. I had my first crown done about 3 months ago. I still can't chew on that side of my mouth ... A: I'm sorry you're going through all this. It's hard for me to tell you for sure what is going on ... | |
| pain with a 3 year old crown | 2/26/2011 |
| Q: i had a root canal with a crown put on about 3 years ago and now out of the blue i have pain in that ... A: I'm sorry to hear all this is going on...especially after 3 years! It sounds to me like your root ... | |
| RCT | 2/23/2011 |
| Q: Endodontist found and opened 2 of 3 canals on calcified molar. Could not find last, even with the ... A: I'm sorry to hear you're going through all this. It's difficult for me to tell you what the chances ... | |
| Root Canal Treatment. | 2/16/2011 |
| Q: on Jan '11 I have got my left side wisdom tooth removed which had penetrated my last chewing tooth. ... A: I'm sorry to hear you're having all this go on. Unfortunately, when the pulp of a tooth has been ... | |
| board certification | 2/15/2011 |
| Q: Other than asking her.....how can I find out if my endodontist is board certified? A: You can go to www.aae.org. At the top of the page is a tab for Board of Endodontics. Click on that ... | |
| Nerve test | 2/11/2011 |
| Q: Many years ago when I was in my youth I had a trauma to my mouth, resulting in the fracturing of my ... A: It sounds like what you are describing is called an electric pulp tester. It is designed to pass an ... | |
| Front tooth length? | 2/9/2011 |
| Q: Should my two front teeth be the same length as the next teeth, or should they be a little bit ... A: Normally, the two front teeth are a bit longer than the other teeth. However, in some situations, ... | |
| Calcified tooth question | 2/6/2011 |
| Q: Backlund, I recently had a root canal attempted on tooth #27. I don't remember any trauma to the ... A: I'm sorry this is all going on. First my disclaimer.....it's hard for me to give you good advice ... | |
| pain after root filling | 2/4/2011 |
| Q: In November 2010, I began to experience pain in the upper left side of my mouth. The pain appeared ... A: I'm sorry to hear all this is going on, especially still with all the treatment you have had. What ... | |
| scar tissue after apiciectomy | 2/3/2011 |
| Q: I had a question about a problem about a problem after apicoectomy. I have a large lump in gum after ... A: I'm sorry to hear you are still having this problem after 4 months. This does not sound like scar ... | |
| Excruciating Pain in first Bicuspid on Right Upper Side | 2/2/2011 |
| Q: This has been hurting me for about 8 months. I had my teeth cleaned and about a month after I ... A: I'm sorry you are going through all this. With your history, you may have a cracked or fractured ... | |
| two surgeries after root canal | 1/31/2011 |
| Q: i had a root canal over a year ago,I began to have pain a few months afterwards. Tried antibiotics, ... A: No problem...I'll try to give you good answers. 1) I have been under alot of stress lately, and ... | |
| two surgeries after root canal | 1/30/2011 |
| Q: i had a root canal over a year ago,I began to have pain a few months afterwards. Tried antibiotics, ... A: WOW...sounds like you have really been through it with this tooth! No wonder you're frustrated. ... | |
| root canal | 1/30/2011 |
| Q: About a year ago my dentist told me I needed a root canal on my upper left cuspid. He made an ... A: I'm sorry to hear you have this problem. NO, this is not normal! It sounds like something is going ... | |
| Infection?? | 1/30/2011 |
| Q: my name is Maria and i am wide awake right now with throbbing pain in my front teeth. It started a ... A: I'm sorry all this is going on, especially when you're not totally adjusted to your recent move. ... | |
| pain 7 weeks after RCT | 1/27/2011 |
| Q: Backlund, I had a root canal performed on 12.8 on a tooth that was only mildly symptomatic--slight ... A: It's difficult being in this situation as a patient. All I can tell you is how I and my referrers ... | |
| re: throbbing on tooth that has a root canal | 1/27/2011 |
| Q: Backlund, I have a premolar tooth that had a root canal done 10 years ago w/ a post & core & crown. ... A: I'm sorry you're still having problems. You raise several issues here, so let me try to help and ... | |
| pain 7 weeks after RCT | 1/27/2011 |
| Q: Backlund, I had a root canal performed on 12.8 on a tooth that was only mildly symptomatic--slight ... A: I'm sorry all this is going on. First my disclaimer....since I can't exam you, it's very hard for me ... | |
| Calcified peg lateral | 1/25/2011 |
| Q: After taking routine x-rays, my family dentist referred me to an endodontist. The dentist said he ... A: WOW...sounds like you're getting conflicting opinions...no wonder you're confused. First my ... | |
| Crown Necessary after Root Canal? | 1/23/2011 |
| Q: I am unsure how to recognize whether I need a crown. I recently has a root canal completed on a ... A: I'm sorry you're still having problems. The discomfort you are feeling is probably not related to ... | |
| root canal done 9 yrs ago | 1/3/2011 |
| Q: i started to have pain in my mouth i thought it was due to me eating candy and i chipped my crown. ... A: I'm sorry all this is going on. Unfortunately, it sounds like you are among the 3-5% of people whose ... | |
| oral surgeon or endo? | 1/1/2011 |
| Q: you answered a question for me the other day on a possible apicoectomy (thank you for your response ... A: Don't worry about asking questions...that's why I'm here. :-) Actually, it is MUCH better to see ... | |
| Root canal | 1/1/2011 |
| Q: I am in need of a root canal on a molar, I can not afford this yet so I am going to take some ... A: My antibiotic of choice is Amoxicillin 500mg, 1 every 6 hours. It is a better choice than ... | |
| pain from tooth rootroot | 1/1/2011 |
| Q: Back in March 2010, I had pain in lower pre-molar #29 which turned out to be decay under a very ... A: I'm sorry you're having this go on. Anytime there is pain, it's the bodies way of telling us ... | |
| Root canal infection | 12/31/2010 |
| Q: That is, I had swelling in my cheek 2 weeks post root canal with the endodondist not wanting me to ... A: Sorry to hear things are getting worse. It usually takes 24-48 hours for the antibiotic to start to ... | |
| Bumped front tooth | 12/31/2010 |
| Q: Backlund, Many thanks for being a volunteer expert! Earlier today I was accidentally elbowed in ... A: I'm sorry you had this happen. In most circumstances, a minor blow will not cause a problem. Your ... | |
| Should I be seeking a second opinion now? | 12/30/2010 |
| Q: This has been a long two months, so I will try to give you the essential details so as no to bore ... A: WOW...you have really been through it! Obviously, since I can't exam you, I can't really help with ... | |
| Post Root Canal Concerns | 12/30/2010 |
| Q: I had the first appointment of a root canal treatment a week and a half ago, and my dentist was ... A: I'm sorry you're having this problem with the holidays here AND your dentist being gone....bummer! ... | |
| Bump in gum/cheek crease above crowned tooth | 12/29/2010 |
| Q: I am hoping that you can direct me to the appropriate type of doctor (medical or dental). I have ... A: Since it is always in the same place and around the area of an old root canal, my best guess is a ... | |
| failed root canal tooth #19 | 12/29/2010 |
| Q: tooth was asymptomatic, but routine xray showed abscess. Had root canal and crown 2yrs ago. Now on ... A: I'm sorry to hear all this is going on. I can really only answer part of your question, about other ... | |
| Nerve pain months after root canal | 12/28/2010 |
| Q: I'm very interested in a professional opinion about a root canal that was done several months ago. I ... A: I'm sorry you are going through all this, especially with the holidays here. To start, I think ... | |
| Good Endodontists | 12/26/2010 |
| Q: Hello my name is Criss and I wanted to ask your opinion about some endodontists you may know around ... A: What I always suggest to find a dentist or a physician specialist, is to call around to other ... | |
| root canals and treatments | 12/25/2010 |
| Q: Dr. Backlund, Thank you for being a volunteer on All Experts. I definitely want to direct this ... A: No problem Marbella....fees vary from area to area and office to office. I'm only giving you general ... | |
| root canals and treatments | 12/24/2010 |
| Q: Dr. Backlund, Thank you for being a volunteer on All Experts. I definitely want to direct this ... A: Tooth extraction is the least expensive alternative. Both a redo of the root canal and an ... | |
| failed root canals | 12/22/2010 |
| Q: Firstly, what a wonderful web site this is. My question is this. How long after a root canal would ... A: While I can't say for sure, but with the minimal symptoms you are having, I would guess you will be ... | |
| failed root canals | 12/22/2010 |
| Q: Firstly, what a wonderful web site this is. My question is this. How long after a root canal would ... A: I can certainly understand your concerns. The easiest way to know how a root canal is doing is by ... | |
| Swollen gum under crown | 12/20/2010 |
| Q: Backlaund, I have had my root canal on my second to last molar for about 4 years. Recently, the gum ... A: I'm glad to hear you're doing better...hopefully that will allow you to have a better holiday ... | |
| swelling after root canal | 12/20/2010 |
| Q: I had a root canal in a lower molar 3 days ago. I have been on an antibiotic since. My tooth feels ... A: I'm sorry you are having this happen. No, this is not normal. I would suggest that you call your ... | |
| dying #10 front tooth? | 12/20/2010 |
| Q: My #9 front tooth that had a root canal40 years ago broke and I'm in process of having an implant. ... A: I'm sorry you're going through all this, especially during this holiday period. If tooth #10 is ... | |
| Swollen gum under crown | 12/17/2010 |
| Q: Backlaund, I have had my root canal on my second to last molar for about 4 years. Recently, the gum ... A: I'm sorry to hear all this is going on especially in the middle of the holidays. Since I can't exam ... | |
| calcified canals | 12/16/2010 |
| Q: sir, i am a periodontist practicing general dentistry in ahmedabad ,india.i have seen many times ... A: You have brought up a tough situation. There really is no correct answer. You are absolutely correct ... | |
| bubble on palate after removing infection frm a previous root canal | 12/15/2010 |
| Q: on my dental xrays, my cosmedtic dentist noticed darkness on top of one of my front teeth. its not ... A: WOW...you have had quite an experience and are still dealing with issues from all this. let me give ... | |
| Root Canal on Tooth with Root Resorption | 12/14/2010 |
| Q: Backgorund: As a teenager I went through two years of orthodontic work that moved my front teeth ... A: I'm sorry to hear you're dealing with all this, especially during the holidays. It is not unusual ... | |
| pre root canal game plan | 12/14/2010 |
| Q: i am all but sure i need a root canal but now dont have any money to pay for it now as well as the ... A: I'm sorry this is going on with the holiday season and everything. Yes, there is something that be ... | |
| Root Canal, possible root fracture? | 12/13/2010 |
| Q: I had a tooth with broken filling that developed an abscess and after antibiotics i proceeded with ... A: I'm sorry all this is happening. Obviously, it's hard for me to diagnosis the source of your problem ... | |
| Root Canal Numbness | 12/9/2010 |
| Q: I had a Root canal done in October on #18. Bottom left Molar. I have had one before. Normal pain and ... A: I'm sorry this is going on. It is highly unlikely your numbness has anything to do with the root ... | |
| root canals and calcified root | 12/8/2010 |
| Q: I have two questions. 1) I went to the dentist yesterday with tooth pain on the right side of my ... A: Before I try to help, I need some clarification. The first part really doesn't ask a question....is ... | |
| throat pain after root canal | 12/7/2010 |
| Q: I had a root canal procedure done yesterday, when my dentist flushed the tooth with diluted bleach ... A: I am REALLY sorry to hear this is going on. The reason we use diluted bleach to irrigate the inside ... | |
| Lump on gum | 12/6/2010 |
| Q: I recently had root canal performed on one of my upper back teeth, and this has been sealed with a ... A: I'm sorry you seem to be having problems. Since I can't examine you, I can't say for sure, but it ... | |
| Pain 3 weeks after a root canal. | 11/30/2010 |
| Q: First I want to thank you for taking time to answer my question. I had a tooth (#30) hurting for a ... A: I'm sorry you're having this problem. If the only cause of your pain is having hit the tooth and now ... | |
| sinus peroration | 11/26/2010 |
| Q: i am a general practioner dentistand my question is: i did root canal treatment for an upper second ... A: Elham, It is not unusual to perforate a sinus. I am in the sinus frequently doing apical surgery. I ... | |
| root canal filling | 11/25/2010 |
| Q: I am in excruciating pain as I need a root canal filling, the whole left side of my gum, jaw and ... A: I'm sorry all this is going on. I don't know exactly the status of your tooth or why you need to ... | |
| Reversible Pulpitis Pain Management | 11/19/2010 |
| Q: What can I do for pain management during a severe case of pulpitis in two teeth? I had an ... A: What GREAT news Val....glad you are doing better. The long lasting anesthetic could have broken the ... | |
| perforation of the tip/end of the canal | 11/19/2010 |
| Q: Yesterday I had a root canal done by a general dentist on my top anterior #9 tooth. The apex locator ... A: I would guess that a high % of the time we go out the end of the tooth when trying to determine the ... | |
| Post-Root Canal Pain | 11/19/2010 |
| Q: I had my first root canal performed yesterday by my local Endodontist. The background of my problem ... A: I'm sorry you are going through all this. No, it is NOT normal. Unfortunately, since I can't exam ... | |
| Reversible Pulpitis Pain Management | 11/18/2010 |
| Q: What can I do for pain management during a severe case of pulpitis in two teeth? I had an ... A: I'm sorry all this is going on. We sometimes see situations like yours and, quite frankly, there are ... | |
| perforation of the tip/end of the canal | 11/17/2010 |
| Q: Yesterday I had a root canal done by a general dentist on my top anterior #9 tooth. The apex locator ... A: I'm sorry you have had this happen. A perforation of 1/4-1/2 mm is really not a big deal. We do that ... | |
| Baby root canal now possibly abscess? | 11/15/2010 |
| Q: My 7yr old daughter had a bad cavity between 2 teeth on the bottom toward the back. Her dentist ... A: I'm sorry your daughter is going through this. It certainly sounds to me like one of the teeth has ... | |
| Roots with a 90 degree angle | 11/12/2010 |
| Q: Is there current technology/ tools that can deal with a root that is at a 90 degree angle. The ... A: 90 degree angled roots are VERY difficult to do successfully...that doesn't mean it can't be done, ... | |
| Lip numb after Root canal | 11/8/2010 |
| Q: I had a root canal a week ago , lower left tooth. The day after the Root canal the lower left lip ... A: In situations like this, the cause is almost always pressure on the nerve that serves your teeth and ... | |
| root canal done in stages | 11/6/2010 |
| Q: I had a root canal (done in stages) about 3 weeks ago. The root canal was started and then filled ... A: I'm sorry all this is going on. Usually, when you have this type of problem, the source of the pain ... | |
| root canal or not | 11/5/2010 |
| Q: After reading a lot about root canals I have a question. If the infection is treated with ... A: You ask a GREAT question. The situation is this....antibiotics treat the symptoms of an infection, ... | |
| sore lump on gum tissue | 11/5/2010 |
| Q: About 5 years ago my dentist put a crown on my lower first molar and as the result of that I had to ... A: I'm sorry to hear you're having all this go on. First, it can't be related to a sinus infection ... | |
| Infected broken filled tooth - root canal or removal ? | 11/3/2010 |
| Q: Hey, First of all, thank you for reading. I had cavity at my UPPER right MOLAR.It hurted. I then ... A: The void you see is really the space that use to be occupied by the nerve (pulp) of the tooth. It is ... | |
| Infected broken filled tooth - root canal or removal ? | 11/3/2010 |
| Q: Hey, First of all, thank you for reading. I had cavity at my UPPER right MOLAR.It hurted. I then ... A: I got both your posts, so I'll answer them both here. First, if you elect to have the tooth removed, ... | |
| Sensitivity in tooth after root canal | 11/2/2010 |
| Q: Dr. Backlund, I had a root canal exactly one week ago. I had some symptoms afterwards (red gums, ... A: I'm sorry you're having this trouble. Since the tooth is a lower tooth, your limited jaw opening may ... | |
| Symptoms Following a Root Canal | 11/1/2010 |
| Q: Dr. Backlund: I went to my dentist (on Wednesday, 10/27/10) for tooth pain and was referred to an ... A: I'm sorry to hear you have this going on. Unfortunately, it is not uncommon to have a "flare up" ... | |
| Extraction-Purpose of Implant or Bridge | 11/1/2010 |
| Q: My husband needs a molar extracted. Our dentist has suggested an implant or bridge to be put in ... A: The real reason for replacing a tooth is to hold the remaining teeth in proper alignment. Once a ... | |
| Pain after crown & root canal | 11/1/2010 |
| Q: If a root canal is done after a crown has been seated (the endodontist could not get the crown ... A: I appreciate the clarification...maybe I can help with your concerns. When a root canal is done, it ... | |
| I couldn't save my tooth's life! | 10/31/2010 |
| Q: I recently had my first ever dental onlay (tooth #12) to replace an older filling and an area of ... A: I'm sorry you are going through all this. I can understand your concerns. The problem is, nothing we ... | |
| rct | 10/26/2010 |
| Q: i had rct on a crowned tooth about 6months ago, it seemed forever for the small bump to start to go. ... A: I'm sorry all this is going on. Usually, when a bump forms like this, it means that the root canal ... | |
| Root Canal Part II: Another request for your valuable opinion | 10/25/2010 |
| Q: Backlund, I hope you had a great day today. Apparently I keep coming back for more & more advise & ... A: I'm sorry you got that bad news. I think it's time to get a 2nd opinion and I wouldn't wait to see ... | |
| Root Canal Discomfort after Adjustment | 10/24/2010 |
| Q: Dr. Buckland, I'm just hoping if you could shed a light to my root canal problem. I had a root canal ... A: Of course you can link to me and allexperts. The reason I volunteer on this site is to help people ... | |
| Root Canal Discomfort after Adjustment | 10/23/2010 |
| Q: Dr. Buckland, I'm just hoping if you could shed a light to my root canal problem. I had a root canal ... A: I'm glad you're doing better. You're right, without seeing you, it's hard for me to diagnosis what ... | |
| Root Canal Delay | 10/22/2010 |
| Q: Dr. Backlund, First of all, I would like to thank you for taking the time to read my question. ... A: I'm sorry you're faced with this dilemma. In most cases, abscessed teeth do not "seed" your system ... | |
| pain after root canal and crown | 10/22/2010 |
| Q: A filling was replaced and caused endless pain. A temp treatment filling stayed in for a year to let ... A: I'm sorry to hear all this is going on. Unfortunately, when a root canal fails, there are only 3 ... | |
| Advised to "let nerve die" because Novocaine didn't work | 10/21/2010 |
| Q: My question is actually anticipatory to a root canal, which I know is on the horizon. Following ... A: I'm sorry all this is going on. Since I can't examine you, I really don't know the condition of your ... | |
| Sensitive front tooth | 10/20/2010 |
| Q: For just on a year now my front tooth has been sensitive to cold. Have been to a dentist who has ... A: Since you really don't have any obvious cause for the sensitivity, it probably means the pulp of the ... | |
| Sensitive front tooth | 10/19/2010 |
| Q: For just on a year now my front tooth has been sensitive to cold. Have been to a dentist who has ... A: Before I try to help, can you tell me if you have ever had any trauma to that tooth....falling off a ... | |
| Root Canal Discomfort after Adjustment | 10/19/2010 |
| Q: Dr. Buckland, I'm just hoping if you could shed a light to my root canal problem. I had a root canal ... A: I'm sorry this is still going on. It sounds to me like you need your bite adjusted again. Until you ... | |
| post root canal pain | 10/17/2010 |
| Q: I have had pain on and off for several years on upper molar #14. It was presumed to have a crack in ... A: I'm sorry you're going through all this. After a root canal, it is not unusual for a tooth to be ... | |
| Jaw swelling | 10/17/2010 |
| Q: I had a root canal on wed and it was filled on thurs. It was a second molar. My dentist is closed ... A: Without being able to exam you, it very hard to tell the difference between what is normal post ... | |
| Cold sesitive after root canal | 10/17/2010 |
| Q: I had a root canal done three weeks ago. Before the procedure I was told that I would no longer have ... A: I'm sorry to hear you're going through all this! When a root canal is done, the nerve of the tooth ... | |
| Root canals | 9/20/2010 |
| Q: I have two teeth which are painful, sometimes throbbing & sensitive to cold and a little to hot. ... A: You ask great questions! It very hard to know how long it will take a nerve to die...there are so ... | |
| Post Root Canal | 9/20/2010 |
| Q: Backlund, I had a root canal done on a cracked lower molar about 3 weeks ago. Since I've had the ... A: I'm sorry to hear you have this going on. The bump certainly could be related to your root canal ... | |
| cavities | 9/19/2010 |
| Q: Dr. Backlund: Good afternoon I have a question to ask about cavities. I have a wisdom tooth and ... A: Like I said, decay does not transfer from one tooth to another. Decay forms when bacteria grow on ... | |
| cavities | 9/18/2010 |
| Q: Dr. Backlund: Good afternoon I have a question to ask about cavities. I have a wisdom tooth and ... A: Decay is really not transferable from one tooth to another. However, the conditions that caused ... | |
| Root Canal | 9/18/2010 |
| Q: My 2nd from the back molar on the right had a small piece of the tooth break off. I had to wait ... A: I'm sorry you're going through all this. Unfortunately, there is no way to predict how this tooth ... | |
| Does Capping require Root canal | 9/18/2010 |
| Q: Gary, I've been asked to do root canal before capping one of my tooth in the front, which is ... A: In general, it is not necessary to do root canals before doing a crown. However, when a tooth has an ... | |
| root canal.abscessed tooth | 9/17/2010 |
| Q: I had a root canal on an abscessed tooth that had been crowned previously, the dentist placed ... A: I'm sorry to hear all this has gone on. When some of the filling goes out the end of the tooth, it ... | |
| Gum problem & root canal | 9/9/2010 |
| Q: About a month ago my tooth (molar) was bothering me and the gum was red and swollen below it. ... A: I'm sorry to hear all this is going on. When a tooth fractures, it cause a split in the tooth, and ... | |
| Post Root Canal Pain | 9/8/2010 |
| Q: My husband had a crown done approximately 3 weeks ago. Several days ago he began to experience pain ... A: I'm sorry your husband is going through all this. In most cases, we don't see this type of post op ... | |
| Pain after root canal | 9/3/2010 |
| Q: Will try to shorten this. Had tooth ache for almost a month. Started feeling "blah" and then pain ... A: I'm sorry you're going through all this. What is happening I do see from time to time, but I would ... | |
| Root Canal with Numbness Comment | 8/27/2010 |
| Q: I feel so sad for LIsa who had the root canal. She didn't say which tooth had the root canal. The ... A: When this nerve is traumatized, it can be a very unpleasant experience for patients. The good news ... | |
| cracked tooth root | 8/27/2010 |
| Q: Need to know how a tooth root could become cracked. I recently had oral surgery for an infection on ... A: I'm sorry you are going trough this. Clenching and grinding can certainly cause a tooth to crack or ... | |
| HURTING AFTER ROOT CANAL | 8/26/2010 |
| Q: I had a root canal done 2 days ago, or I should say he finished it, clearing the 2 remaining canals. ... A: I'm sorry to hear all this is going on. No, this is NOT normal. Having your bite way off can really ... | |
| Problem after endodontic retreatment | 8/25/2010 |
| Q: In early January of this year while getting my 6 mo cleaning, my dentist identified an absess where ... A: I'm sorry all this is going on. First my disclaimer... :-). Since I can't exam you, it's very hard ... | |
| Pain several weeks after RCT | 8/23/2010 |
| Q: I am having some pain issues several weeks following endodontic treatment. Brief ... A: There is always the possibility of some inflammation of the nerve tract. It could be related somehow ... | |
| Numb Face & Larger Pupil | 8/22/2010 |
| Q: I had a Root Canal done in March 2010. Since then I went on holidays and someone picked up that my ... A: I'm sorry you're going through all this. There is really no way all this could be caused by the root ... | |
| "Implant" I didn't ask for. | 8/20/2010 |
| Q: Backlund, Three days ago I've had my root canal treatment on the tooth #31. Unfortunately, it didn't ... A: I'm sorry to hear this has happened. Unfortunately, it is part of doing root canals and happens to ... | |
| broken crown | 8/13/2010 |
| Q: I am on vacation in Sweden and will not be back until next wednesday. I had a root canal a week ago ... A: The critical thing is to make sure the root canal filling is sealed so it can't get contaminated ... | |
| post root canal pain | 8/12/2010 |
| Q: I had a root canal on a lower left molar- number 19, I think. The dentists xray machine was down the ... A: I'm sorry to hear all this is going on. What you are experiencing is NOT normal. No patient should ... | |
| Root canal | 8/5/2010 |
| Q: I recently had a root canal, and when the doctor was finished he took an x- ray and it revealed some ... A: Sorry to hear you had all this go on. The simple answer to your questions is "YES". The material is ... | |
| crown question on root canalled front tooth | 7/30/2010 |
| Q: This is about me: -front tooth #9, had a root canal in it due to an abscess in 2007. It also had ... A: You are asking GREAT questions, but it is really hard for me to give you good answers about whether ... | |
| the year of the root canal | 7/30/2010 |
| Q: I've had a recurrent problem with my #18 molar since January... I had a root canal but the first ... A: WOW...you have really been through a lot! I can understand how this can be frustrating. First, you ... | |
| Possible RCT - no crown? | 7/29/2010 |
| Q: I was at the dentist this morning due to pain in tooth 29 and also in the tooth above it. He tapped ... A: In our office, we recommend crowns on ALL back teeth after root canals, and we don't do the crowns. ... | |
| scheduled root canal | 7/26/2010 |
| Q: I have a crown in my top front left incisor- Friday 072310 it started hurting when I ate/drank. Even ... A: I'm sorry to hear this is going on. There really isn't a good answer to your question because you ... | |
| post root canal pain | 7/23/2010 |
| Q: i had a root canal done 2 days ago and i am in severe pain and lightly swollen and warm on that side ... A: I'm sorry this is going on. Unfortunately, this is one of the post treatment that can occur with ... | |
| Postpone root canal until after vacation | 7/22/2010 |
| Q: I would like to postpone having a root canal until after I come back from vacation, as I would not ... A: Unfortunately, there is really no way to just desensitize the tooth. Depending on your situation, ... | |
| Did not get temporary crown after a Root Canal? | 7/20/2010 |
| Q: I got a root canal yesterday but no temporary crown. The Dr. said I wouldn't need it since the ... A: In our office, we recommend crowns on ALL back teeth to protect them from cracking. However, the way ... | |
| messed up root canal | 7/20/2010 |
| Q: I am 30 years old and recently i had an old filing come out. My dentist filled it in but I had pain ... A: I know this was not an easy decision for you. There is really no right answer in situations like ... | |
| messed up root canal | 7/19/2010 |
| Q: I am 30 years old and recently i had an old filing come out. My dentist filled it in but I had pain ... A: You're not a bother....that's why I volunteer on this site. There is really no way for you to ... | |
| messed up root canal | 7/19/2010 |
| Q: I am 30 years old and recently i had an old filing come out. My dentist filled it in but I had pain ... A: I'm sorry all this is going on. I can understand why you are upset. The only way to know in advance ... | |
| Silver leads removed from tooth with root canal | 7/18/2010 |
| Q: Some months back, the filling in my root canal tooth came out. When I visited the dentist to have ... A: I'm sorry you're having all this happen. You actually have a couple of issues here. First, the ... | |
| Half a root canal, day after | 7/17/2010 |
| Q: I had half a root canal done yesterday on my 2nd molar upper left, I actually just came in to fix a ... A: I'm sorry you're having this all go on. It is not unusual for the tooth to be a bit painful for a ... | |
| Root Canal through a bridge | 7/17/2010 |
| Q: Dr., I recently had a root canal done by drilling through an existing bridge that is 6 years old. ... A: As long as the hole is sealed with a temporary filling and the bridge isn't leaking somewhere else, ... | |
| Root Canal through a bridge | 7/17/2010 |
| Q: Dr., I recently had a root canal done by drilling through an existing bridge that is 6 years old. ... A: In most cases, it is a simple matter to seal up the bridge with a permanent filling. In some areas, ... | |
| Pain after Root Canal | 7/16/2010 |
| Q: I had a tooth canal done on tooth 47 one week back. But i am experiencing pain right after the RCT ... A: I'm sorry you are going through all this. 2-3 weeks is much too long to experience pain. In our ... | |
| CALCIFIED ROOTS / ROOT CANAL | 7/15/2010 |
| Q: My name is Michele . I just got back from a a visit to a endodontist and I am very upset because he ... A: I'm sorry you're going through all this. There is really no good answers for your question, however, ... | |
| 2 root canals | 7/13/2010 |
| Q: Backlund, I asked about my root canal(s) a while back. I have two root canals on my top left molars ... A: You raise a number of issues here....let's see if I can help. We'll start with the easy ones. It is ... | |
| root canal | 7/10/2010 |
| Q: This is in regard to the top left tooth in my mouth in the back. In the numbering system I think ... A: I'm sorry you're going through this. You're right, I really can't diagnosis your problem without ... | |
| recommended time frame for crown | 7/8/2010 |
| Q: I got my root canal done back in February and I had a slight chip on said tooth close to the gum ... A: You ask a great question and one I'm asked almost daily. There is no easy answer. The reason to ... | |
| Root Fractures | 7/7/2010 |
| Q: I recently took my son to a pediatric dentist because I noticed discoloration in one of his front ... A: I'm sorry your son has this going on. His current fever and vomiting would not be symptoms of an ... | |
| Pain following root canal | 7/4/2010 |
| Q: How can I know for sure that I have a fractured root canal and my tooth must be extracted? A: Fractured teeth can be hard to diagnosis since they may not show up on X-rays. There is no way you ... | |
| Pain on formHi, maybe someone can help. 5 Years I had a root canal on my back molar( I think 1-7) about 10 days ago it started getting sore but only on the outside area in the gum. Didn't even hurt that much unless I touched it (then it was pretty sore | 7/3/2010 |
| Q: maybe you can help. 5 Years I had a root canal on my back molar( I think 1-7) about 10 days ago it ... A: It's hard for me to give you good information without being able to exam you, but if you had this ... | |
| chipped tooth | 7/3/2010 |
| Q: hey my names hannah, i chipped my tooth, and i have brases. how long should i wait to get it fixed? ... A: If the tooth isn't bothering you, you can probably wait for awhile, but this won't fix itself, so ... | |
| Possible abcess? | 7/2/2010 |
| Q: So I had a root canal done on my second to last bottom molar on the left side about seven years ago. ... A: I'm sorry you're going through all this. When you have an abscessed tooth, the pain comes form the ... | |
| #11 Resorption | 6/29/2010 |
| Q: About 3 years ago my dentist noticed a cavity under the gum line on my canine. I went to the dentist ... A: I'm sorry to hear you have this going on. Resorption is a very difficult thing to deal with and what ... | |
| root canal | 6/28/2010 |
| Q: my wife had a root canal procedure on 6-24-10, today is 6-28-10,her face keeps swelling, eye is ... A: I'm sorry to hear your wife is going through all this. From what you describe, it certainly sounds ... | |
| Lower 3rd molar with endodontic treatment | 6/27/2010 |
| Q: I'm a dentist,GP,I recived a patient with pain related to L48..RCT started but only I found only 2 ... A: She, If the canals are aligned in a mesio-distal axis, there is a high likelihood that there are ... | |
| My son's two front teeth - trama | 6/23/2010 |
| Q: My 10 yr old son was riding a scooter at Vacation Bible School today and was thrown off face first. ... A: I'm SO sorry to hear about your son! Injuries like this can be as traumatic to the parents as they ... | |
| root canal PAIN | 6/22/2010 |
| Q: I just had root canal yesterday. I am in more pain than when I went in. It seems after ANY dental ... A: I'm sorry you got treated this way. It's very difficult for me to really do a good diagnosis without ... | |
| root canal PAIN | 6/22/2010 |
| Q: I just had root canal yesterday. I am in more pain than when I went in. It seems after ANY dental ... A: You are MORE than welcome! I'm glad you were able to talk to the Dr. himself. I suspect he will get ... | |
| Pain after root canal | 6/22/2010 |
| Q: I had an emergency root canal performed on my second-to-last upper right molar on June 14, after the ... A: I would doubt very much that your pain is coming from the gum. You describe you pain as severe...the ... | |
| Pain after root canal | 6/21/2010 |
| Q: I had an emergency root canal performed on my second-to-last upper right molar on June 14, after the ... A: I'm sorry you're going through all this....especially if this is your first root canal. Most do NOT ... | |
| root canal PAIN | 6/21/2010 |
| Q: I just had root canal yesterday. I am in more pain than when I went in. It seems after ANY dental ... A: I'm sorry all this is going on. NO, it is NOT normal. In our office we advise patients that the ... | |
| bump on gum | 6/20/2010 |
| Q: i have bump on gum upper right high above premolar, had rct, which was completed 9 days ago, still ... A: I'm sorry you are going through all this. First, it is highly unlikely that a women lost all her ... | |
| Root Canal | 6/19/2010 |
| Q: I have recently had 2 root canals done, 1 at the bottom and one on a top wisdom tooth, which is ... A: I'm glad you are doing better. It will take several days for your teeth to feel normal again. Just ... | |
| Root Canal | 6/18/2010 |
| Q: I have recently had 2 root canals done, 1 at the bottom and one on a top wisdom tooth, which is ... A: I'm sorry you're going through this. Unfortunately, it's very hard for me to help here without being ... | |
| Root canal for front tooth for a 2 year baby | 6/18/2010 |
| Q: As the baby fell while playing lost part of front two teeth (the front two teeth resemble a "W" ... A: Unfortunately, the only other option besides a root canal is extraction and then your child will not ... | |
| Half of my root canal tooth fell out! | 6/17/2010 |
| Q: My name is Misty. A few weeks ago, I had tooth #30 extracted (it had a root canal done on it and ... A: I'm sorry you're going through all this. If the tooth is broken WAY down inside the gum, then it ... | |
| root canal problem | 6/17/2010 |
| Q: Had root canal and crown done about 8 years ago. Last checkup dentist said crown is not completely ... A: I'm sorry you are dealing with all this. It's very difficult for me to give you good advice without ... | |
| Root Canal Problem | 5/31/2010 |
| Q: I hope you can help me. I had rct 7 weeks ago on LL5. The tooth was infected and painful before ... A: I'm sorry to hera you have all this still going on. It's very difficult for me to give you good ... | |
| calcified root canals | 5/30/2010 |
| Q: I have a patient who did an indirect pulp capping 4 years ago of his lower first molar, 2 days ago ... A: Good morning Dr. Areej Hijleh, It's difficult for me to answer this question without being able to ... | |
| follow up regarding root canal | 5/26/2010 |
| Q: sorry to come back so soon, after my other follow ups with you, i have spoken to my dentist today, ... A: If the treatment is successful, then the bump will begin to go away. How long that takes depends on ... | |
| root canal | 5/24/2010 |
| Q: i have small tender lump at the very top of a upper pre molar on the right. my dentist after xrays ... A: You're more than welcome Jerry....it's comments like yours that keep me going...thanks for the kind ... | |
| root canal | 5/23/2010 |
| Q: i have small tender lump at the very top of a upper pre molar on the right. my dentist after xrays ... A: When a tooth abscesses, it forms in the bone. X-rays of crowned teeth don't do a good job of showing ... | |
| chipped tooth with black build up | 5/23/2010 |
| Q: I had a seizure and chipped one of my front top teeth in the back. Where it chipped off it has ... A: While it's really hard to tell what is going on just from the picture, it appears that the edge of ... | |
| root canal | 5/21/2010 |
| Q: i have small tender lump at the very top of a upper pre molar on the right. my dentist after xrays ... A: I'm sorry you;re going through all this. I must say I'm a bit confused. If your dentist has xrayed ... | |
| away on holiday and my molar broke in half | 5/21/2010 |
| Q: I am on holiday for another week and my lower right molar broke clean in half at breakfast.The tooth ... A: What a bummer..especially on vacation! If you are not having pain and the broken edge isn't cutting ... | |
| root canal failing | 5/20/2010 |
| Q: I had the first root canal on my lower right molar 20 years ago and was trouble free for the entire ... A: I'm sorry to hear all this is going on. It certainly sounds like your root canal is not healing and ... | |
| Waiting on a root canal | 5/18/2010 |
| Q: Good evening Dr. Backlund. I have three weeks left until I go in for two root canals on crowned ... A: It sounds like you're having a pretty rough time. By waiting, you won't cause any more trouble or ... | |
| Root resorption | 5/17/2010 |
| Q: I have just been diagnosed with root resorption in my left front tooth and been told that it cannot ... A: I'm sorry you are going through this. resorption is one of the hardest and least predictable things ... | |
| root canal disease stages | 5/17/2010 |
| Q: I had root canal treatment nearly three months ago, still has some lingering pain, but generally ... A: Absolutely! Trauma to teeth is one of the hardest and most unpredictable things we treat as ... | |
| root canal disease stages | 5/16/2010 |
| Q: I had root canal treatment nearly three months ago, still has some lingering pain, but generally ... A: I'm sorry all this is going on. You have several issues here...let me see if I can help. First, ... | |
| Tooth pain after a root canal and crown | 5/14/2010 |
| Q: I had an upper tooth crowned(5th from the front)and the crown turned out to be a misfit. I was told ... A: I'm really sorry all this is going on. Unrelenting pain can certainly wear you down and affect your ... | |
| Dental Intrusion | 5/14/2010 |
| Q: My kid (7 years old) had a dental trauma (intrusion) while playing in Melbourne. It is the tooth no. ... A: I'm so sorry to hear your daughter has gone through all this. Trauma to teeth is one of the most ... | |
| mcq | 5/13/2010 |
| Q: main apical foramen is located a) very often lateral to apex b)always at the apex c)at the lateral ... A: Actually, it can be located anywhere near the apex. It would be unusual to be near a lateral canal. ... | |
| strip perforation prognosis | 5/11/2010 |
| Q: i'm a dental student, and while doing an RCT for a 27 molar, a strip perforation happened. it was ... A: You ask great questions, but they don't have an easy answer. As long as the strip perf has been ... | |
| The root that wouldn't die! | 4/29/2010 |
| Q: My general dentist gave me a root canal in early February on a broken molar. I then had crown ... A: I'm sorry you're going through all this. Unfortunately, I have some bad news for you...you have ... | |
| Temporary filling after root canal and crown placement | 4/29/2010 |
| Q: When having root canal done for the second time, the oral surgeon placed a temporary filling under ... A: To answer your question, yes, this is a typical procedure. In some places in the US, the one who ... | |
| Can't get numb (recurring) | 4/26/2010 |
| Q: I went to an endodontist today for my first root canal. I took antibiotics for 4 days prior to ... A: Getting numb can be a big problem for some people. It involved the anatomy of your jaw and where the ... | |
| Root canal pain | 4/26/2010 |
| Q: About 2 years ago I went to my dentist with tooth pain. He diagnosed a crack in my tooth and felt ... A: I'm sorry you're going through all this. Unfortunately, I have some bad news for you....there is ... | |
| root canal | 4/24/2010 |
| Q: To make this as concise as possible; I had a tooth with a very large filling that I was not having ... A: I'm sorry you're going through all this. Unfortunately, I have some bad news for you. There is ... | |
| Infection above tooth # 8 | 4/24/2010 |
| Q: I had a root canal done now next week 3 weeks on # 8 tooth. at the time of the root canal I had ... A: I'm sorry you're going through all this. Working out won't hurt you as long as the tooth is feeling ... | |
| File broke during root canal -- should I wait to get my permanent bridge? | 4/23/2010 |
| Q: Yesterday I had to have a root canal under a temporary bridge (tooth #29). The filling in that ... A: I'm sorry to hear this has happened to you. Unfortunately, this is one of the risks of doing root ... | |
| Root canal/sinsus problem | 4/23/2010 |
| Q: My questions is this...I had a root canal done..while the dentist was working on this tooth he said ... A: I'm sorry you're having this problem. Unfortunately, it is highly unlikely that the dental procedure ... | |
| retreated root canal | 4/23/2010 |
| Q: I recently had the first part of a retreated root canal done by an endo that my dentist had ... A: I'm sorry all this is going on. You're right, it's hard for me to give you good advice without ... | |
| Root canal therapy - calcified pulp | 4/22/2010 |
| Q: About 2 weeks ago, I went to my regular dentist for a planned crown on tooth #31. In taking film, he ... A: I'm sorry you're going through all this. I suspect you have heard from your endodontist by now. It ... | |
| retreated root canal | 4/22/2010 |
| Q: I had a root canal done when I was about 10. I'm about 40 now, and I decided that I didn't like the ... A: Unfortunately, I have no idea why you are having this problem since I can't exam you. Quite frankly, ... | |
| pus filled sack | 4/22/2010 |
| Q: i have a pus filled sack on the roof of my mouth theres no white head or any way to pop it it used ... A: I'm sorry you're going through all this. It sounds like you really need to see a dentist. Even if ... | |
| abscess | 4/20/2010 |
| Q: sorry about not being clear yesterday, the family kept interrupting me when I was trying to write ... A: It is possible, but highly unlikely that an abscess would come from an injection. When a needle goes ... | |
| retreated root canal | 4/19/2010 |
| Q: I had a root canal done when I was about 10. I'm about 40 now, and I decided that I didn't like the ... A: I'm sorry you're going through all this. Since I can't exam you, it's hard for me to be sure, but it ... | |
| Root Canal | 4/19/2010 |
| Q: I had a root canal done about two years ago and every now and then the tooth would itch. I started ... A: I'm sorry this is going on. Unfortunately, without being able to exam you, I really can't diagnosis ... | |
| Root Canal Treatment Tooth #3 | 4/19/2010 |
| Q: ..I just submitted a question on treating calcified roots...The tooth was Tooth #3 and the ... A: Actually, I think I answered part 1 also. I have sent a reminder to read that answer....that's just ... | |
| Root Canal Treatment Tooth #3 | 4/17/2010 |
| Q: ..I just submitted a question on treating calcified roots...The tooth was Tooth #3 and the ... A: Upper molar teeth do have 3 roots....2 go to the check side and one to the roof of your mouth. ... | |
| Calcified roots on Tooth#3 | 4/17/2010 |
| Q: I was referred by my general dentist to see an endodontist for a root canal on Tooth # (there was an ... A: I'm sorry you're going through all this. The best treatment is to get the root canal done well. ... | |
| ur technique crown down or step back? | 4/16/2010 |
| Q: sir, in reference to same case wat u do if theres periradicular bleeding u use any materials which ... A: I will be sending you an email and then you will have my email as well. Let me know if you get it. ... | |
| pulpal or periradicular bleeding or both | 4/15/2010 |
| Q: just yesterday i was doing rct on left 2nd maxillary molar,having 2 canals,i was removing pulp and ... A: There are really only 3 reasons you will have blood in the canal....instrumentation beyond the apex, ... | |
| pulpal or periradicular bleeding or both | 4/15/2010 |
| Q: just yesterday i was doing rct on left 2nd maxillary molar,having 2 canals,i was removing pulp and ... A: Nice to hear from you again! When I have these issues, I back off to 3/4 mm short, complete my ... | |
| root cnal ? | 4/15/2010 |
| Q: How often and what would be the reason for stopping in the middle of a root canal and putting the ... A: Many dentists today still do root canals in several appointments...anywhere from 2-5. The theory is ... | |
| Root canal after nerve exposure | 4/12/2010 |
| Q: Recently my dentist exposed the nerve of my tooth while cleaning out "decay". I am a Internal Med ... A: I'm sorry to hear you're going through this when you have all these other things going on in your ... | |
| diagnostic imagery | 4/8/2010 |
| Q: I've had a root canal and crown done over a year ago on a tooth that has just broken and needs an ... A: I can certainly understand your frustration with all this. The problem is, there is no way to really ... | |
| follow up to original question | 4/8/2010 |
| Q: in response to your original answer about my dying nerve and we aren't sure which tooth is the ... A: The only reason I mentioned that is you said in the original question that one of the teeth was ... | |
| diagnostic imagery | 4/8/2010 |
| Q: I've had a root canal and crown done over a year ago on a tooth that has just broken and needs an ... A: It's hard for me to say if any films are missing. What you have is the pre %26 post op X-rays and ... | |
| temporary crown | 4/6/2010 |
| Q: my temporary crown came off on Saturday afternoon on this holiday weekend. Dentist will not be back ... A: I didn't receive this until this morning. It's now Tuesday. If your dentist is back today, then you ... | |
| about root canal | 4/5/2010 |
| Q: Sir, i want to know that i had root canal on my upper front single teeth before 7 years,after that ... A: The type of cement just needs to be NON-STAINING. In the past, a cement containing silver particles ... | |
| about root canal | 4/5/2010 |
| Q: Sir, i want to know that i had root canal on my upper front single teeth before 7 years,after that ... A: There are several reasons that teeth turn black after root canals. The main ones are the type of ... | |
| i wanna knoe the possible outcomes for this case | 4/4/2010 |
| Q: my sister had a re-treatment of endo-filling in lower left 6,as the were radioluscent areas in the ... A: I'm sorry this happened to your sister, but it is not unusual when trying to remove the old root ... | |
| Why new crown after root canal? | 4/4/2010 |
| Q: Why do I need a new crown after a root canal has been done? This is a second dentist insisting that ... A: It's a little difficult for me to answer your question since I can't examine you and your tooth, but ... | |
| Missed canal 13 years ago just discovered | 4/3/2010 |
| Q: I had a root canal on my #3 tooth 13 years ago due to a cavity. Within a few days the pain was ... A: I'm sorry to hear you have gone through all this. It sounds like you have had a pretty rough time. ... | |
| extraction questions | 4/2/2010 |
| Q: I just got my wisdom teeth extracted three days ago, and i have a question about the salt water ... A: Your salt water rinses really shouldn't have any effect on your other teeth. Remember, blood is ... | |
| tooth pain after trauma | 3/30/2010 |
| Q: Eight weeks ago I had a bike accident that damaged several teeth (and face,lips, arms, hands). Prior ... A: WOW....I am SO sorry to hear you are going through all this....especially after having all that work ... | |
| Severe pain 1week after root canal retreat | 3/29/2010 |
| Q: Backlund, Thank you so much for reviewing my case. The original root canal was done 2yrs ago on ... A: I'm sorry all this is going on. You are doing absolutely the right thing...get back to your ... | |
| pulp remnants stucked at apex | 3/28/2010 |
| Q: I was treating 60 yr patient 5 tooth at a time lower 2 canines,2nd premolar and left lower lateral ... A: No problem Vikram....I'm glad I can help out! Once again...just anesthetize the patient, instrument ... | |
| bitter taste after root canal | 3/28/2010 |
| Q: I had a root canal yesterday and have a very, very bitter taste in my mouth, that will not go away ... A: The bitter taste could be from the temporary filling or from any medication that was put inside the ... | |
| pulp remnants stucked at apex | 3/27/2010 |
| Q: I was treating 60 yr patient 5 tooth at a time lower 2 canines,2nd premolar and left lower lateral ... A: There is really no end to pulpal remnants...they just continue on past the apex as periapical ... | |
| tooth pain | 3/26/2010 |
| Q: My dentist has told me in the past that I would likely need a crown on my upper second molar because ... A: The pulp can get inflamed from a number of causes such as decay, large fillings, trauma, gum ... | |
| pain of pulp or periradicular tissue | 3/26/2010 |
| Q: as a dentist i follow a traditional method for doing root canals as there are not many options ... A: In my practice, I find that every time I go back into the tooth, I irritate it more. Opening the ... | |
| severe pain post root canal | 3/26/2010 |
| Q: Backlund I was diagnosed with a dead tooth and internal resorption on #12 that had eaten its way ... A: I'm sorry you're going through all this. It is certainly possible that the overfill could be causing ... | |
| tooth pain | 3/26/2010 |
| Q: My dentist has told me in the past that I would likely need a crown on my upper second molar because ... A: I'm sorry you're having this problem. It's hard to answer your question without being able to exam ... | |
| Post Root Canal | 3/25/2010 |
| Q: I had my first root canal 4 days ago. The dentist said the procedure would be 1 hr long. I was ... A: I'm sorry to hear this has happened to you. What you experienced is some of the irrigating solution ... | |
| pain of pulp or periradicular tissue | 3/24/2010 |
| Q: as a dentist i follow a traditional method for doing root canals as there are not many options ... A: I would suspect that the formomcresol is your problem. We have stopped using ANY intra-canal ... | |
| pain of pulp or periradicular tissue | 3/23/2010 |
| Q: as a dentist i follow a traditional method for doing root canals as there are not many options ... A: I don't think it is really possible to differentiate between the two types of pain. Many dentists ... | |
| RCT | 3/23/2010 |
| Q: Backlund, I'm glad you could appreciate my historian abilities. I wanted you to get the complete ... A: A thousand pardons!!!!! I left out a few words...must have been before I had my coffee...:-). What I ... | |
| Crown and post came out | 3/22/2010 |
| Q: A few years ago I had a root canal done. Today I was eating a sandwich and the crown along with the ... A: I really don't. I practice on the West Coast. One way to find a good place is to call other ... | |
| Crown and post came out | 3/22/2010 |
| Q: A few years ago I had a root canal done. Today I was eating a sandwich and the crown along with the ... A: I'm sorry you had this happen. You're right, you shouldn't be feeling any pain. Since you are, I ... | |
| Tooth pain, antibiotic not working | 3/18/2010 |
| Q: For the past year, I have had on-again, off-again pain in my bridge area (lower right side). It ... A: I'm sorry all this is going on. Usually, it takes 24-48 hours for antibiotics to start working. ... | |
| root reabsorption | 3/16/2010 |
| Q: I lost most of my teeth after 9 years of braces, my 22 year old son had significant reabsorption ... A: I'm sorry to hear you kids are dealing with all this. There really is nothing you can do to alter ... | |
| tooth pain after crown replacement | 3/16/2010 |
| Q: Backlund, About a month ago I had went in to my dentist because the 3rd tooth from the back (I still ... A: I'm sorry all this is going on! From what you have told me, I would agree that it is highly likely ... | |
| Root Canal | 3/16/2010 |
| Q: Dr. Gary, My uncle just had a root canal, he is now experiencing jaw stiffness, can't open his ... A: I'm sorry your Uncle is going through this. The two most common reason for jaw stiffness is ... | |
| Train wreck of a mouth. | 3/16/2010 |
| Q: Backlund, First thank you for taking the time to review my question. I will try to be detailed, but ... A: CONGRATULATIONS!!!! You're taking the first step to getting your mouth back in good repair. There is ... | |
| root canal for a 6 year old | 3/15/2010 |
| Q: My 6 year old daughter knocked out her upper right permanent tooth. It was put back in within about ... A: Actually, having the whole tooth knocked out rather than the tooth being broken, increases the ... | |
| root canal for a 6 year old | 3/15/2010 |
| Q: My 6 year old daughter knocked out her upper right permanent tooth. It was put back in within about ... A: I'm sorry to hear your daughter has had this happen...traumatic to her, but maybe more so Mom. I am ... | |
| broken root canal tooth | 3/15/2010 |
| Q: I had a root canal done 6 years ago, and lost my dental insurance soon after and never had it ... A: I'm sorry you're going through all this. The biggest problem with just leaving things alone is that ... | |
| Yellow tooth endodontics | 3/15/2010 |
| Q: Backlund, Several years ago my front tooth started turning yellowish (I guess it was probaly injured ... A: It would be helpful for me to have an Xray, but since I don't I'll give you some general ... | |
| Mental Nerve | 3/12/2010 |
| Q: I had an apico done (on #19) about 6 months ago and my "mental" nerve was somehow cut/injured. I ... A: That is REALLY too bad that he/she is not being helpful. Unfortunately, it is probably in fear of ... | |
| root canal #28 | 3/11/2010 |
| Q: Backlund, I recently had a root canal on #28. I was extremely hard to numb, it two shots of ... A: I'm sorry your are going through all this. Lower bicuspid teeth, for some reason, can be very hard ... | |
| Mental Nerve | 3/11/2010 |
| Q: I had an apico done (on #19) about 6 months ago and my "mental" nerve was somehow cut/injured. I ... A: I'm sorry this has happened. In our office, this is a very rare occurrence....maybe once in 25 years ... | |
| Root canal agony afterwards! | 3/10/2010 |
| Q: I had a root canal done on monday afternoon, iv had them before so i figured a bit of pain is ... A: I'm sorry you are going through all this. No, having this type of pain is NOT normal. The ... | |
| Root Canal Tooth #14 | 3/10/2010 |
| Q: I have recently had a root canal done on tooth #14. The tooth has already been crowned but I am ... A: It never hurts to give a tooth time to tell us what needs to be done. However, since it has been a ... | |
| Root Canal Tooth #14 | 3/9/2010 |
| Q: I have recently had a root canal done on tooth #14. The tooth has already been crowned but I am ... A: Glad you at least found where the problem is coming from. The answer to your question is "Yes". When ... | |
| Root Canal Tooth #14 | 3/8/2010 |
| Q: I have recently had a root canal done on tooth #14. The tooth has already been crowned but I am ... A: I'm sorry you're having this all going on. I also have some bad news for you....you have another ... | |
| cracked root | 3/7/2010 |
| Q: I had pain in a bottom molar so my dentist did a root canal with a crown, post and core (2001). I ... A: I'm sorry all this is going on. Must be very frustrating! If you truly have a cracked root, the long ... | |
| Root resportion | 3/6/2010 |
| Q: About 10 years ago, I noticed I had "holes" between my gums and teeth (front two 8, 9). I went to a ... A: I'm sorry this is going on. Resorption is one of the most difficult problems that we deal with. It ... | |
| apical periodontitis | 3/5/2010 |
| Q: while doing rct on maxillary central incisors, i think i hav done filing beyond apex because next ... A: It is hard for me to give you help without being able to exam the patient. What I can tell you is we ... | |
| unexpected root canal, twice | 3/3/2010 |
| Q: About 7 years ago, I told my general dentist that I had some sensitivity in one of my back left ... A: If the tooth is truly fractured, cracked whatever, it is probably not worth saving. Diagnosing a ... | |
| Follow up to your answer a few mins ago | 3/3/2010 |
| Q: Backlund. Thanks for your answer. Unfortunately, the redo is scheduled for tomorrow and I honestly ... A: It certainly could be a fracture and if you have any tendency to grind or clench your teeth, that ... | |
| Will | 3/2/2010 |
| Q: A year and a half ago I had a couple of fillings done in my top back molars, and my dentist said ... A: I'm sorry this is going on. First, my disclaimer....:-)....since I can't exam you, it's hard for me ... | |
| unexpected root canal, twice | 3/2/2010 |
| Q: About 7 years ago, I told my general dentist that I had some sensitivity in one of my back left ... A: WOW...sounds like a real disaster for you! I don't blame you for being upset. Let me try to deal ... | |
| failure to anaesthetize tooth | 3/2/2010 |
| Q: i am just passed out dentist and recently i met a female patient whose maxillary 1st premolar was ... A: Here are two links for info about the ligamajet or peripress....maybe you can find one to try. I ... | |
| Root canal and crown | 3/2/2010 |
| Q: I have had a root canal performed this past November 2009, and the dentist broke the little canal ... A: I'm sorry to hear you are going through this. I would suggest that before you do anything, you get a ... | |
| failure to anaesthetize tooth | 3/1/2010 |
| Q: i am just passed out dentist and recently i met a female patient whose maxillary 1st premolar was ... A: In our office, we find that often on maxillary teeth, we need to give a palatal injection to get ... | |
| bruxism after root canal | 2/28/2010 |
| Q: Backlund, I had a root canal about a week and a half ago on #18, and after a few days the pain ... A: I would call your new dentist first thing Monday morning and explain what you are feeling. That ... | |
| silver point | 2/28/2010 |
| Q: One of my front lower incisors was broken and a root canal performed in 1967. The procedure was ... A: I'm sorry you're going through this. In many cases, it is possible to redo root canals that were ... | |
| root canal question | 2/27/2010 |
| Q: First off thank you for your time. I had the first half of my root canal started about 4 days ago. ... A: It's hard for me to help here without knowing your specific situation and being able to exam you. ... | |
| bruxism after root canal | 2/27/2010 |
| Q: Backlund, I had a root canal about a week and a half ago on #18, and after a few days the pain ... A: I'm sorry you're going through this. It is not uncommon to find a few days AFTER the root canal that ... | |
| Post root canal pain | 2/27/2010 |
| Q: Yesterday I had a root canal and this is the most pain I've ever been in after a procedure like ... A: I'm sorry you're going through this. Sometimes, after a root canal is done, it will cause the ... | |
| Alternative options | 2/26/2010 |
| Q: I had recently been told that I require a root canal for my bottom molar tooth, the one that is ... A: WOW..sounds like you're having quite a time! In our office, when we have this problem getting ... | |
| Permanent filling instead of root canal | 2/26/2010 |
| Q: Good afternoon, I've just returned from the dentist. Before Christmas, I was informed that I had an ... A: It's hard for me to give you good advice about your situation, but it certainly sounds like there is ... | |
| Tooth Trauma | 2/26/2010 |
| Q: Yesterday I bit down hard on a popcorn kernel while eating popcorn. It was so painful that thought I ... A: WOW....I'm sorry to hear you're going through this. There is rarely ever a reason not to give a ... | |
| Toothache dilema | 2/25/2010 |
| Q: I have a tooth[second last molar upper left] that was cracked about 3 years ago.At that point I had ... A: That's a great question with an almost impossible answer. I always tell patients that it will do no ... | |
| root canal on dead tooth | 2/24/2010 |
| Q: 20 years ago had top 3 front teeth root canal and crowned, the crown with the tooth stem fell off, ... A: Unfortunately, there is really no way for you to know what is REALLY going on. Things sound ... | |
| Internal bleaching after apecoectomy | 2/24/2010 |
| Q: I read the other question and answer regarding internal bleaching of a discolored tooth and it seems ... A: First, let me say bleaching internally is a pretty inexact procedure. The color will come close to ... | |
| pain after cavity fillings | 2/23/2010 |
| Q: About a week ago, I had 8 cavities filled top 2 molars and bottom 2 molars on each side. However ... A: I'm sorry all this is going on. It is very difficult to tell in the early stages when a root canal ... | |
| gums growing over wisdom | 2/23/2010 |
| Q: all permanent teeth are present and all third molars are impacted. the roots of the mandibular third ... A: Unfortunately, it's not unusual for a tooth to be sensitive right after it has been filled. You ... | |
| gums growing over wisdom | 2/23/2010 |
| Q: all permanent teeth are present and all third molars are impacted. the roots of the mandibular third ... A: WOW...that report is a mouthful! I'm sorry you're having pain and I'm afraid this report doesn't ... | |
| root canal on crak tooth with bracket | 2/22/2010 |
| Q: is it possible to have a root canal on the cracked tooth even with an attached bracket on it? A: Yes, that should be no problem. The access to do a root canal is through the biting surface of your ... | |
| Temporary eye problem after local anesthesia | 2/20/2010 |
| Q: I'm in the process of having a permanent implant done on the lower right premolar. On my last visit ... A: I'm sorry you had this problem. I think it is highly unlikely that you will have this reaction ... | |
| Levaquin for dental pain | 2/20/2010 |
| Q: I know I need to see dentist. We are having extreme financial problems right now. I have a wisdom ... A: I'm sorry you're having this problem. Usually, for antibiotics to be effective, you need to be on ... | |
| Failed Apio...try again? | 2/19/2010 |
| Q: I had a root canal, which apparently didn't work and left me with a LARGE (blueberry size) abscess ... A: I'm sorry to hear this is going on. First, the reason you are having continued problems is that ... | |
| decay of milk tooth | 2/19/2010 |
| Q: My three years old daughter is having problem of decaying in front three teeth teeth out of three ... A: I'm sorry your daughter is having this problem. Yes, a root canal on a child is OK and very safe. We ... | |
| Temporary filling | 2/19/2010 |
| Q: I just had a root canal done. After a couple of hours I decided to eat. Upon chewing , I think the ... A: Cracked temporaries are frequent problem with root canals. As long as the seal to the inside of the ... | |
| Root canal | 2/18/2010 |
| Q: I just finished (Clindamycine 300mg 4/day for 10 days) on the 11 Feb, due to an infection. I will be ... A: In most cases. it's a good idea to get the root canal started while the tooth is comfortable. It ... | |
| how long till knot on gum goes away after root canal | 2/18/2010 |
| Q: I had two fillings done on two teeth next to each other on my upper left. the other day i noticed a ... A: I'm sorry to hear all this is going on. If the knot you feel is very hard, that means the bone has ... | |
| NUMB IN FACE AFTER RC | 2/17/2010 |
| Q: I HAD A RC 8 DAYS AGO IN A PRE MOLAR. IT WAS INFECTED AT THE TIME OF THE RC. MY FACE AND GUMS BELOW ... A: WOW...sounds like you have gone through it! I have had patients that have experienced similar ... | |
| Pain in tooth previously treated by root canal | 2/16/2010 |
| Q: Around a year ago I had a root canal and never experienced any pain from the tooth again until two ... A: While it's hard for me to diagnosis your problem without examining you, it sounds to me like your ... | |
| Pressure above crowned tooth | 2/16/2010 |
| Q: Dr. Backlund, I had a root canal on my top side, back right molar, 6 or 7 years ago, and have a ... A: There are many times when the roots of 2nd molars are actually in the sinus. If you have sinus ... | |
| bad teeth and break out on face | 2/16/2010 |
| Q: can bad teeth cause your face to break out in "circle like" sores I have been told that I have ... A: In some cases, that is possible. When a tooth abscesses, it can drain through the face and that ... | |
| Swelling after root canal | 2/15/2010 |
| Q: It has been 4 days since my root canal and 7 since I started taking antibiotics. I did not receive a ... A: I'm sorry you have this going on. If you started the antibiotics before you had the root canal, it ... | |
| Post root canal | 2/13/2010 |
| Q: i am three days post-op on two root canals and four crowns place in my front four teeth. I am having ... A: I have never had a reaction like that from one of my patients. I would doubt very much it is an ... | |
| Root Exposure | 2/12/2010 |
| Q: Dr Backlund, I have had extraordinary sensitivity on one of my teeth in particular and at my last ... A: I'm sorry you're having this problem. Root exposure and the accompanying sensitivity can be very ... | |
| Post root canal | 2/12/2010 |
| Q: i am three days post-op on two root canals and four crowns place in my front four teeth. I am having ... A: I'm sorry your having this problem. I doubt there is really anything seriously wrong and I suspect ... | |
| jaw pain p/o crown preps | 2/11/2010 |
| Q: 2 weeks ago I had my upper right second bicuspid and second molar prepped for a bridge/crowns. The ... A: I'm sorry to hear you're going through this after your crown preps. Without examining you, it's hard ... | |
| toothache and metallic taste after root canal | 2/5/2010 |
| Q: I had a root canal over a year ago I was not able to get it capped at that time. 5 days ago I bit ... A: A hole in the filling could have the same results as a crack. It exposes the inside of the tooth and ... | |
| terrible pain from a broken molar. | 2/5/2010 |
| Q: I'm calling in on behalf of my mother. Who is crying in pain from her broken tooth. I'm hoping ... A: I'm sorry your mother is going through all this. If the tooth is broken and the pain is that bad, ... | |
| toothache and metallic taste after root canal | 2/4/2010 |
| Q: I had a root canal over a year ago I was not able to get it capped at that time. 5 days ago I bit ... A: I'm sorry you're going through all this. While it is very difficult for me to diagnosis your problem ... | |
| apico | 2/3/2010 |
| Q: My tooth hurt me really badly one night. It hasn't hurt me since, but I anyhow went to the dentist. ... A: I don't know if you are seeing an oral surgeon or an endodontist. Oral surgeons usually do things ... | |
| dental local anesthetic | 2/3/2010 |
| Q: I am continuing to experience severe dizziness the day after it began when I rose from the dental ... A: I'm sorry to hear you're experiencing all this. While I can't say for certain, it would be very ... | |
| Split Root | 2/2/2010 |
| Q: What options does a person have when the root has split after a root canal and crown to a back ... A: I'm assuming you are dealing with this problem. Unfortunately, there is no way to "glue" the root ... | |
| Occlusal Adjustment v. Root Canal | 2/1/2010 |
| Q: I had a crown placed on my first molar a few years ago and have been experiencing pain around the ... A: You ask great questions but they don't have easy answers. Sometimes, things start to feel better as ... | |
| post root canal retreatment | 1/31/2010 |
| Q: I had root canal done on #30 a year ago and there were two broken files left at canal area. I had it ... A: When a root canal is redone, the goal is the "fix" something that wasn't right in the first place. ... | |
| Pain following root canal | 1/30/2010 |
| Q: I had my first root canal appointment five days ago. I was quite intimidated by the procedure, so I ... A: I'm sorry to hear all this is going on. It sounds to me like the root canal treatment has caused the ... | |
| Sore tooth | 1/28/2010 |
| Q: I have a molar lower left w/ a filling. A week or so ago I had occassional, extreme sensitivity to ... A: Does your dentist have someone covering his/her call through the weekend? If so, I'd call that ... | |
| root canal retreatment | 1/28/2010 |
| Q: Dr. Backlund, I have teeth 18 and 19 both having root canals and crowns. I was told they have short ... A: From what I can see, there is no evidence of pathology on the X-rays. The fills are a bit ... | |
| Apicoectomy | 1/28/2010 |
| Q: Dr. Backlund, In your 25 years as an Endodontist, have you ever encountered an instance when ... A: You ask a great question, but it doesn't really have anyway for me to answer it. We routinely do ... | |
| root canals | 1/27/2010 |
| Q: I had a root canal and then a crown put in a few years ago, and someone told me you can get a ... A: It very difficult to predict about decay under crowns. Since Xray don't go through crowns, the first ... | |
| root canals | 1/27/2010 |
| Q: I had a root canal and then a crown put in a few years ago, and someone told me you can get a ... A: That person is absolutely correct. When you have a root canal, it only treats the inside of the ... | |
| molar endo | 1/25/2010 |
| Q: especially when biting on it, though if I press it it isn't actually very painful I am a dental ... A: What you may be describing and feeling is a cracked tooth. The composite was placed, I assume, just ... | |
| abscess | 1/24/2010 |
| Q: I had a r/c done in 2002. On my dentists advice I didn't immediately crown it. Had the crown done ... A: I'm sorry you're going through all this. The antibiotics you are on will not make the abscess go ... | |
| two root canals on same tooth | 1/24/2010 |
| Q: I have had several root canals and never had this problem. I let my regular dentist perform a root ... A: I'm sorry you're going through all this. Sounds like a nightmare! There would be no connection ... | |
| Root Canal Tooth Breaks | 1/23/2010 |
| Q: Dr. Backlund, I am a 20-year-old college student. About 7 years ago I had root canals done on my ... A: I'm sorry to hear you're in this position. It's REALLY hard to deal with dental problems with ... | |
| pulp capping v root canal | 1/23/2010 |
| Q: I’m male, and 56 years old. Late last year my dentist told me my upper left second molar (the one ... A: WOW Darryl, you ask tough questions. It's hard for me to tell you whether the "free" dentist is any ... | |
| Root treatment advice please | 1/21/2010 |
| Q: i had a sharp pain in a front top tooth when anything hot touched it so i visited my dentist who ... A: Actually, this is pretty much the story with an abscessed tooth. When the nerve dies, it ... | |
| pulp capping v root canal | 1/21/2010 |
| Q: I’m male, and 56 years old. Late last year my dentist told me my upper left second molar (the one ... A: You ask some great questions and it's obvious you have given this a lot of thought. Let me start by ... | |
| Allergy with ibuprofen | 1/21/2010 |
| Q: I had a root canal re treatment done 5 days ago. I didn't have pAin before & neither during my first ... A: I'm sorry you're going through all this. Unfortunately, if you are allergic to one of the ... | |
| root canals? | 1/20/2010 |
| Q: I supposedly had a root canal by a civilian dentist before joining the military. As we know, the ... A: Unfortunately, the answer to your question is "yes". What can happen is that the first part is done ... | |
| Hi Doctor | 1/20/2010 |
| Q: My question is my wife had a root canal therapy done on her upper front tooth a weak ago and a ... A: I'm sorry your wife has gone through all this. The big pimple is an area where the infection, that ... | |
| crown | 1/20/2010 |
| Q: I had a root canal retreatment on #30 and the crown on it is only less than a year old. The ... A: In almost all case, getting a filling in the hole will be just fine. That is the normal thing we do ... | |
| abcess on a root canal tooth, showing a crack in root | 1/19/2010 |
| Q: I have an infection in the gum area at the base of a root canal tooth that has formed a pus pimple, ... A: There are two problems with cracked teeth. One is the crack, of course, and the other is that the ... | |
| root canal retreatment | 1/19/2010 |
| Q: I had #18 root canal done overseas in 1993 and #19 root canal done by a specialist here in U.S. in ... A: It is not too unusual to have a root canal filled short. The real issue is what is beyond the ... | |
| side of tooth - tiny hole ? | 1/19/2010 |
| Q: I don't have my whisdom tooth. I have a tooth at my right side bottom - it's the 2nd one from the ... A: While I can't be sure without examining you, what you describe certainly sounds like decay and that ... | |
| pain after crown | 1/18/2010 |
| Q: I got a crown about 6 months ago, wasn't having any problems with the tooth but since it had a small ... A: I'm sorry to hear this is going on with your crown. If you should need a root canal, in almost all ... | |
| root canal follow up | 1/18/2010 |
| Q: After seeking your help previously, I went back to have the second part of my root canal done- and ... A: I'm glad to hear you're getting better. WOW....5 canals...that is REALLY unusual!If there was an ... | |
| Root canal infection | 1/17/2010 |
| Q: I had a root canal in May. Temporary crowns were used from May to August with the permanent crown ... A: Your question really has a couple of parts. It is possible to get decay under your crown in 6 ... | |
| Odd Sensations and Pain in Recent Root Canal Treatment | 1/17/2010 |
| Q: I had a root canal last week Tuesday, January 12, 2010. The procedure went "beautifully," according ... A: I'm sorry you have had all this happen. Unfortunately, we see this in our practice on a weekly ... | |
| ethics | 1/16/2010 |
| Q: I went to my dentist with severe pain in a tooth. All I ask for was to fix the tooth telling them I ... A: I'm sorry you're having all this go on. While I can't really know EXACTLY what went on during your ... | |
| Root canal needed? | 1/16/2010 |
| Q: Backlund, My dentist(s) have said that my tooth #15's root has been damaged by about third so it ... A: It sounds like your teeth are inflamed and that's why you're having pain. They aren't abscessed, ... | |
| root canal tooth | 1/15/2010 |
| Q: Had root canal done on tooth years ago. It has a crown on it. Now its fallen down like its gonna ... A: I'm sorry you have this going on. It's difficult for me to help since I can't exam you. There are ... | |
| still have pain after root canal | 1/15/2010 |
| Q: About one month ago I was having throbbing pain in my gums high above the rear molar. This gum area ... A: It sounds like, overall, you're getting better. If you had an infection, that wouldn't be the case. ... | |
| still have pain after root canal | 1/14/2010 |
| Q: About one month ago I was having throbbing pain in my gums high above the rear molar. This gum area ... A: Before I try to answer, can you tell me about your pain? Do you have hot or cold sensitivity? Can ... | |
| root canal? | 1/13/2010 |
| Q: Backlund, I am pretty frightened of the dentist, so I have check ups often. I have had one cavity ... A: I'm sorry you are having all this happen...especially when you are away from your support network. ... | |
| RCT 10 year old | 1/13/2010 |
| Q: Our pediatric dentist told us that our daughter needs root canal on her #14 molar. I can see the ... A: I'm sorry to hear your daughter is needing a root canal at such a young age. I have treated a lot of ... | |
| pain & drainage post root canal | 1/11/2010 |
| Q: Backlund, Hopefully you can give me some insight to my situation. In Aug. 09 I had the old fillings ... A: I think it would be wise to have an endodontist take over your case. When that happens, you will ... | |
| Tooth | 1/11/2010 |
| Q: I had a root canal on one of my molars and a crown put on. It does not hurt or bother me, but I get ... A: Since I can't examine you, I can't say for sure, but the two most likely causes are either a failing ... | |
| Hard Painful Bump in gum | 1/11/2010 |
| Q: I have a bump in my gum, do you know what it is? On December 24 I got a severe toothache.Hurt all ... A: Unfortunately, since I can't examine you, it's hard for me to be sure, but it sounds like you may ... | |
| pain & drainage post root canal | 1/11/2010 |
| Q: Backlund, Hopefully you can give me some insight to my situation. In Aug. 09 I had the old fillings ... A: WOW...it sounds like you have really been through it! Without being able to exam you, it's really ... | |
| Pain/sensitivity in tooth with root canal | 1/11/2010 |
| Q: After having a crown-prep done for a crown that wasn't necessary, I had a root canal on #30 done ... A: I'm sorry you're going through all this. I'm afraid to tell you that what the endodontist says is ... | |
| gumboil - failed crown and post?? | 1/10/2010 |
| Q: My dentist finally looked at my problem and said that my root cannel needed to be redone because it ... A: Having severe reactions to local anesthetic really puts you in a bad way. For your immediate ... | |
| Root canal re-treatment | 1/8/2010 |
| Q: Dr Backlund, I had a root canal done on my 2nd molar 8 years ago. Now I'm having problems with the ... A: I'm sorry to hear you're dealing with this problem. When patients grind their teeth, the pressure ... | |
| Root canal with cracked root - HELP! | 1/7/2010 |
| Q: I'm an American, living in Australia for the last 18 years. I had a root canal on one of my molars ... A: I'm sorry you're having all this go on. Unfortunately, we still don't have any way to "glue" a root ... | |
| teeth | 1/4/2010 |
| Q: how do you tell the difference between baby teeth and adult teeth A: Basically, the tooth anatomy is quite different. Baby molars look like a small version of adult ... | |
| Crown following a Root Canal | 1/3/2010 |
| Q: I received a root canal at the beginning of Feb 2009. The dentist that did the job did a great job ... A: In our office, we suggest crowning ALL back teeth...and we don't do the crowns.....to help protect ... | |
| Failed apicoectomy? | 1/2/2010 |
| Q: Almost two weeks ago I had an apicoectomy on tooth #20 because I had a gum boil and the doctor said ... A: Actually, an Xray at this point won't show anything. X-rays only show changes in hard structure, ... | |
| Failed apicoectomy? | 1/2/2010 |
| Q: Almost two weeks ago I had an apicoectomy on tooth #20 because I had a gum boil and the doctor said ... A: While two weeks is a bit long for the gum boil to remain, it really depends on what it initially ... | |
| No temporary crown put on--is this common? | 12/29/2009 |
| Q: I underwent my first root canal yesterday for a tooth near the back of my mouth. The process seemed ... A: After a root canal is done, the most important thing is to make sure that the tooth is sealed is ... | |
| anesthesia | 12/28/2009 |
| Q: how can i avoid increase blood pressure by using special anesthesia that has less amount of ... A: I don't know what anesthetic you are currently using, but you can get xylocaine with varying amounts ... | |
| Internal Bleaching | 12/27/2009 |
| Q: I have a discolored front tooth that many dentist have told me can't be fixed with standard ... A: I'm sorry to hear this is going on. You actually have a difficult problem. If your tooth has the ... | |
| signs and likelihood of failed "guided tisue regen resorable" | 12/27/2009 |
| Q: I had a root canal done on a top molar about a year ago. Then, in May, I developed a fistula. My ... A: I'm sorry to hear this is going on. Yes, it sounds like you had an apicoectomy. When we do this ... | |
| Tooth pain after cleaning | 12/24/2009 |
| Q: I went in to see my dentist two weeks ago for a cleaning and I had updated x-rays taken. I was ... A: I'm sorry your having this problem, especially with the holidays upon us. When a tooth gets ... | |
| Broken tooth after root canal | 12/23/2009 |
| Q: I had root canal in my molar teeth (Last one on lower jaw) 4 years ago. It had a metal (silver like) ... A: I'm sorry to hear you're going through all this. It's hard for me to help here since I can't exam ... | |
| anesthesia failure | 12/22/2009 |
| Q: I had a root canal procedure on #31 yesterday using "oral sedation" and a local nerve block. The ... A: I can certainly understand why you are concerned. I have had this happen in my office as well and it ... | |
| stains on root canalled teeth | 12/21/2009 |
| Q: Backlund, Forgive me for speaking in general terms since I kind of have to around here, but if ... A: Clenching is a habit that is very difficult to break. It has a basis in psychological issues and ... | |
| Tooth Number 31 | 12/21/2009 |
| Q: Backlund, I have some questions that I'm sure lots of people are wondering and yet I cannot find ... A: I'm sorry your going through all this. It must be VERY frustrating for you. When a tooth has been ... | |
| Four year old crown with toothache | 12/21/2009 |
| Q: My dentist crowned my lower right canine tooth four years ago with a porceline crown. First he ... A: I'm sorry you're going through all this. Unfortunately, I have some bad news for you....you're ... | |
| stains on root canalled teeth | 12/19/2009 |
| Q: Backlund, Forgive me for speaking in general terms since I kind of have to around here, but if ... A: Any stain that is on the outside of the tooth, especially if it can easily be removed, would not be ... | |
| Root Canal Retreatment With Infected Tooth | 12/17/2009 |
| Q: Dr. Backlund, Thank you in advance for taking the time to address my COMPLICATED situation in my ... A: I'm sorry you're going through all this, especially with a new crown. From what you describe, it ... | |
| Clarification on #7 Tooth Calcifying | 12/17/2009 |
| Q: If a tooth (pulp) is calcifying, once it is calcified does that mean that you cannot put a crown and ... A: When a tooth calcifies, that means that extra tooth structure is laid down inside the tooth filling ... | |
| root canal | 12/12/2009 |
| Q: I have just had root canal treatment,( which was the most painful experience of my life )intense ... A: I'm sorry you're going through all this. Pain during and after a root canal is never normal. In our ... | |
| Cracked Molar | 12/12/2009 |
| Q: I have a cracked molar ( side to side through) that pain caused me to see my dentist . it is tooth ... A: I'm sorry you're going through all this. You are VERY smart to get all the information and opinions ... | |
| Broken drill bit in tooth (root canal) | 12/11/2009 |
| Q: During a root canal (tooth #30) last year, the dentist broke the drill bit and a piece was left at ... A: I'm sorry this all happened to you. When a piece of instrument breaks off, the main problem, as you ... | |
| root canal and stain diseases | 12/10/2009 |
| Q: Dr. Backlund, I am wondering, are there any stain diseases OR stain related issues associated with ... A: Actually, I don't know how to answer your question. In our office, we never have stains after ... | |
| painful root canal | 12/10/2009 |
| Q: I recently had a root canal. I felt pain and discomfort to hot and especially cold after the root ... A: I'm sorry to hear all thius is going on. Yes, I would defiantly call your endodontist, however I ... | |
| root canal and stain diseases | 12/9/2009 |
| Q: Dr. Backlund, I am wondering, are there any stain diseases OR stain related issues associated with ... A: The only time a stain would be associated with pain would be after a tooth has died, usually from ... | |
| Root Canal | 12/9/2009 |
| Q: I am probably going to need a root canal done in the near future. 1. can I go to an Endodondist to ... A: Here we go...... 1. can I go to an Endodondist to have him do the root canal or do I have to go to ... | |
| re-root canal | 12/8/2009 |
| Q: Backlund, Thank you for taking the time to answer my question. A little over a year ago I had to ... A: I'm sorry you're going through all this. Since I can't examine you, I really can't tell you for sure ... | |
| Root Canal | 12/7/2009 |
| Q: Dr Backlund, I had two root canal procedure done about two days ago. I was told that the teeth was ... A: I'm sorry your going through this. I suspect what you are feeling is related to the root canals you ... | |
| Post-Crown sensitivity - give it time? | 12/7/2009 |
| Q: Backlund, Last January, after 45 years (since childhood) without needing any dental work beyond my ... A: Congratulaions are your GREAT dental health! It's hard to know at this point exactly what is going ... | |
| Teeth | 12/7/2009 |
| Q: Hey my name is Sammie and i got my front right teeth capped becaused i had a chip in it .. so the ... A: I'm sorry all this is going on. Sometimes, when a tooth is crowned, the process can cause the nerve ... | |
| Condensing Osteitis | 12/6/2009 |
| Q: Backlund. I had 2 days ago root canal work on my right upper molar, tooth # 3. While taking the x ... A: Condendsing osteitis is a reaction, by the bone, to some type of stimulation...often some sort of ... | |
| dental fractures | 12/4/2009 |
| Q: I am a 62 yr old male I use a sonacare brush for 4yrs now. My top 6 front teeth are developing ... A: Unfortunately, you're right. It's part of aging. Calcium only helps when the teeth are developing, ... | |
| 2nd root canal failure | 12/3/2009 |
| Q: Backlund It's me the tin foil lady again.... LOL.. Well I had a root canal and a re root canal and ... A: Happy holidays to you too. Unfortunately, at this point, your problem could be anything. All the ... | |
| lose crown pain | 12/3/2009 |
| Q: now she had feel of lose crown like 6 month ago at that time dentist said nothing wrong she got some ... A: I'm sorry your daughter is going through all this. The first thing is to get a good diagnosis of ... | |
| Root canal therapy molar #31 | 12/2/2009 |
| Q: 20 years ago, my mother had some bridge work done. She has been complaining of some pain which is ... A: I'm sorry to hear your mother is going through all this. Diffuse, non-specific pain like this can be ... | |
| root canal during pregnacy? | 11/30/2009 |
| Q: I recently saw my regular dentist and had some xrays taken. From the xrays my dentist told me it ... A: I'm sorry this is going on at this time, being pregnant and all. Since your tooth is sensitive to ... | |
| No relief from two root canals | 11/30/2009 |
| Q: Dr. Gary, I had a root canal done in March of 2009 after no relief and two rounds of antibiotics my ... A: I'm sorry all this is going on. Unfortunately, there are times when no matter what we do, it doesn't ... | |
| Post Root Canal Retretment 8 months | 11/30/2009 |
| Q: I have had ongoing tooth pain on the lower right side of my mouth. The 2nd from the back (no wisdom ... A: I'm sorry all this is going on. Since I can't exam you, it's hard for me to tell you exactly what is ... | |
| Calcified canal...endodontist could not access root...what next?? | 11/29/2009 |
| Q: I have been to a local endodontist twice in the past two weeks for a "root canal" of tooth # ... A: I'm sorry to hear all this is going on! It would seem that the next step would be an apicoectomy. ... | |
| Root Canal Pain | 11/29/2009 |
| Q: I had a root canal approximately 2 weeks ago and still have some numbness in my lip and chin which ... A: I'm sorry to hear you're having all this go on. The numbness comes from either the injections and ... | |
| upper gum pain near old root canal | 11/22/2009 |
| Q: About three weeks ago, I began experiencing pain in my front upper most part of my exterior gum, ... A: I'm sorry all this is going on. It sounds to me like you are having problems with that root canal. ... | |
| questions about week-old root canal | 11/22/2009 |
| Q: and thank you for taking the time to read my questions. On 11/10/09 I had a root canal done on #13, ... A: I'm sorry this is going on. It could be that your bite is just off on that tooth. Hold your teeth ... | |
| Post root canal pain/headache | 11/21/2009 |
| Q: , I had a root canal done last Tuesday (17th) by an Endodontic doctor. One day procedure. I needed a ... A: I'm sorry all this is going on. It sounds to me like you may have stirred up the abscess. We ... | |
| pain after root canal | 11/21/2009 |
| Q: My dentist drilled out an very old silver filling eight weeks ago then put a temporary on it while ... A: I'm sorry all this is happening to you. You have pretty nailed down the options. Bruxism can ... | |
| Quite a bit of pain after a root canal | 11/21/2009 |
| Q: Backlund, My boyfriend had a root canal on Tuesday, it is now Friday. Pain meds seemed to control ... A: I'm sorry your boyfriend is going through all this. What he is going through is not normal, but we ... | |
| advice about these digital x-rays | 11/21/2009 |
| Q: Backlund, I am wondering about something. I have a regular dentist that I go to. I had symptoms ... A: You raise a really good point here. Rather than deal with your question exactly, I guess I would ... | |
| Hole in tooth | 11/20/2009 |
| Q: A week ago my tooth started to be senstitive to hot and cold, so I looked in the mirror and on the ... A: I'm sorry you're having this problem. It seems strange to me that a patient who calls and is in pain ... | |
| broken file in root canal | 11/19/2009 |
| Q: Dr. Backlund,Thanks for answering my previous question about root canal treatment. I have one moreI ... A: The real issue here is at what level the files are broken and do they affect the ability to properly ... | |
| 4 days post root canal | 11/19/2009 |
| Q: On Monday I had a root canal done on my back left bottom tooth. My dentist did "phase 2" which is ... A: I'm sorry you're going through all this. While what is happening is certainly NOT normal, it is a ... | |
| Root canal | 11/18/2009 |
| Q: Dr. Backlund, I had root canal done for teeth 19 and 30 at my orthodontist, however, two dentists ... A: I'm sorry to hear your in this situation......it's a tough one. In most cases, it is best to let ... | |
| broken root canal file in molar | 11/17/2009 |
| Q: I was having root canal done last week when my dentist broke a price of file off in the tooth. I ... A: I'm sorry you're going through all this. I guess I'm a little confused...in our area, it's ... | |
| Problems with Maryland Bridge: | 11/17/2009 |
| Q: I had a Maryland Bridge to replace tooth no 21 completely. I had a 3 unit bridge placed in July 2009 ... A: I'm sorry you're going through all this. I'm not exactly certain what your question is, but maybe if ... | |
| tooth pain after a fall | 11/16/2009 |
| Q: I am a 57-year-old female. As I was running down the hall to my office this morning, my ... A: I'm sorry this has happened. I think you probably don't need anymore ice at this point, but I would ... | |
| symptoms | 11/15/2009 |
| Q: my lower jaw right side,third tooth from the wisdom tooth is done second root canal before 3 ... A: Actually, without knowing exactly what your problem is and what is causing it, I can't tell you why ... | |
| second root canal pain | 11/15/2009 |
| Q: my lower jaw right side,third tooth from the wisdom tooth is done second root canal before 3 ... A: Unfortunately, since I can't examine you, I really can't tell you if removing the infection will ... | |
| Cutting of the bone | 11/14/2009 |
| Q: My name's Michelle. I'm not very old. I'm quite young actually. But My tooth has been decaying for ... A: I'm sorry you're going through this at your young age. What your dentist is suggesting is called ... | |
| pain | 11/14/2009 |
| Q: I would like to ask can a tooth have an irrversible pulpitis for 2 years without undergoing ... A: WOW....it sounds like you're really having a time of it! First, let me say that it is impossible for ... | |
| Root Canal Treatment | 11/13/2009 |
| Q: ... On Weds i went to my dentist to have imprints done for a bridge for the two left upper front ... A: I'm sorry all this is happening. Unfortunately, it can occur when dealing with an abscessed tooth. ... | |
| pain | 11/13/2009 |
| Q: I would like to ask can a tooth have an irrversible pulpitis for 2 years without undergoing ... A: Let me try to help.... I would like to ask can a tooth have an irrversible pulpitis for 2 years ... | |
| Pain after Apico | 11/12/2009 |
| Q: About 4 yrs ago I had a root canal followed by an Apico on my front bottom tooth. After the Apico I ... A: I'm sorry all this is going on. If hot %26 cold are a major contributor to your symptoms, you need ... | |
| diagnosing micro-fracture | 11/12/2009 |
| Q: B, This is a follow up question with regard to the root canal performed on #8 on Oct. 19. The tooth ... A: Root fractures are VERY hard to see on X-rays....sometimes they show up and that's god, but if we ... | |
| root canal problem | 11/11/2009 |
| Q: I had a root canal and crown done 6 months ago. This was the worst experience of my life and I am ... A: I'm sorry you're going through this. I have some bad news...since you are feeling hot %26 cold, it ... | |
| jaw pain | 11/11/2009 |
| Q: Over the past couple weeks I have been experiencing sporadic and significant pain in my lower right ... A: I'm sorry you're going through all this. I think the first thing I would do would be to rule in or ... | |
| Tooth Dis-coloration | 11/11/2009 |
| Q: Dr. Gary: Is it true a tooth can dis-color after a root canal? I had a root canal 9 moths ago, and ... A: Yes, a tooth can discolor after a root canal, but it really is not seen very much today. The reason ... | |
| Tongue issues after apicoectomy | 11/9/2009 |
| Q: I had an apicoectomy on tooth #30 Oct. 14, 2009. Extreme pain after local numbing subsided in jaw. ... A: It sounds like you are suffering from the after affects of trauma to the nerve that serves your ... | |
| root canal after veneers | 11/9/2009 |
| Q: I have recently (3 wks ago) had veneers replaced on my front 4 teeth. I have noticed the teeth ... A: I'm sorry you're going through all this. Assuming you need root canals, as long as all the tissue is ... | |
| Residual Root Canal Problem | 11/8/2009 |
| Q: Gary: I need some advice on this problem. I continue to have problems with a tooth on which I had a ... A: I'm sorry all this is going on. I think your best bet would be to get another opinion from another ... | |
| root canal | 11/6/2009 |
| Q: I had a root canal 13 days ago on an anterior tooth (#8). Before having the procedure done, two ... A: Actually, this is another situation I would need to exam you. That is an unusual symptom and one ... | |
| Front tooth ache | 11/6/2009 |
| Q: I was hit in the mouth playing football about 2 years ago that bent one of my front teeth back just ... A: I'm sorry you're going through all this. Yes, you tenderness could be related to problems with the ... | |
| root canal | 11/5/2009 |
| Q: I had a root canal 13 days ago on an anterior tooth (#8). Before having the procedure done, two ... A: Microfractures are VERY difficult to diagnosis. MRIs are being used in some places to help with ... | |
| retainer and root canal | 11/5/2009 |
| Q: I had #9 root canaled about 6 months ago. I have not been very good about wearing my retainer and it ... A: Actually, it is HIGHLY unlikely that your retainer would cause the tooth to crack. Even though ... | |
| Root Canal Voids | 11/5/2009 |
| Q: I have asked this question to other doctors on this site but I just found that you are a specialist ... A: Yes, it makes sense. When the voids are not at the end of the root, the chances of problems greatly ... | |
| Root Canal Voids | 11/5/2009 |
| Q: I have asked this question to other doctors on this site but I just found that you are a specialist ... A: I'm sorry you're going through all this....it sounds like a nightmare! The real issue with voids is ... | |
| tooth sensitivity after root canal | 11/4/2009 |
| Q: I recently made several trips in to see my dentist to have a lot of work done on my mouth. The last ... A: I'm sorry you're going through all this. Unfortunately, I have some bad news for you.....your ... | |
| Root canal filling nerve damage | 11/3/2009 |
| Q: I recently had a canal root filing which has left a numbness around the right side of my lip/mouth. ... A: I'm sorry to hear all this is going on. When you have numbness after a root canal on the lower, ... | |
| Apicoectomy gone bad? | 11/2/2009 |
| Q: Backlund, I have written to you in the past for other dental problems that I've had and I just want ... A: First, thank you for the kind words....I'm glad I can be of help on this Board! Without being able ... | |
| root canal | 11/2/2009 |
| Q: I had a root canal 13 days ago on an anterior tooth (#8). Before having the procedure done, two ... A: Every dentist has his/her favorites. In my practice and for my own use, I find naproxyn the drug of ... | |
| Root Canal Retreatment | 11/1/2009 |
| Q: Backlund, In reading your pasts answers, you really seem to know your stuff so I hope that you can ... A: I've been at this a long time and my training was at a great school...I credit them with "knowing my ... | |
| root canal | 11/1/2009 |
| Q: I had a root canal 13 days ago on an anterior tooth (#8). Before having the procedure done, two ... A: I'm sorry you're going through all this. You situation really doesn't have an easy answer. It's hard ... | |
| Root canal retreatment vs extraction | 10/31/2009 |
| Q: Root Cancel retreatment vs extraction I had a root canal done on tooth #3 over 20 years ago; now ... A: You're welcome. I just wanted to add one thing. If the roots are in the sinus and the tooth is ... | |
| Injury to Front Teeth | 10/30/2009 |
| Q: 6 months ago I fell and injured my right front tooth and the tooth next to it. They were very ... A: I'm sorry to hear you had that accident. Anytime teeth are traumatized, they need to be watched VERY ... | |
| Root Canal | 10/30/2009 |
| Q: I was wondering if you can help me with my mental unrest? I thought a filling fell out when a ... A: I'm SO sorry you have gone through all this. It sounds like a real horror story!What you went ... | |
| root canal | 10/29/2009 |
| Q: I broke my bottom right side moler. my dentist filled it and made a crown. After the crown was ... A: I'm sorry you're having this problem. Depending on what was going on with the tooth, they can be ... | |
| Rootcanal | 10/29/2009 |
| Q: Recently I had a filling fall out due to a cavity under my silver filling on my right molar. I went ... A: While I can't speak for your dentist, but in most cases, in preparation for the crown, if there is ... | |
| Healing Time | 10/29/2009 |
| Q: I had a root canal done this past March. Unfortunately, the pain persisted after the procedure. In ... A: I'm sorry to hear you're still having some sensations. We often do surgery on the ends of roots of ... | |
| RE root canal-- Tin foil lady | 9/24/2009 |
| Q: Backlund Me again :) The front tooth lady who had a root canal( may 09) and then it felt like some ... A: ..:-).... The best mouth guard is the one made by a dentist, but they are really expensive since we ... | |
| chewing pain on temp crown | 9/24/2009 |
| Q: Backlund, In mid July of this summer I had my upper second to last right molar prepped for a crown. ... A: I'm sorry you're having this problem. Actually, you should be a dentist! What you are suggesting is ... | |
| RE root canal-- Tin foil lady | 9/24/2009 |
| Q: Backlund Me again :) The front tooth lady who had a root canal( may 09) and then it felt like some ... A: If you are still grinding oyur teeth or grinding on just that tooth, it could certainly cause the ... | |
| pain after composite filling | 9/22/2009 |
| Q: Two weeks ago I had a composite filling done on a back top molar (2nd from the back). I had a lot ... A: The real question here is "will the nerve settle down"? It sounds to me like you are getting worse. ... | |
| pain after composite filling | 9/21/2009 |
| Q: Two weeks ago I had a composite filling done on a back top molar (2nd from the back). I had a lot ... A: I'm sorry you're going through all this. When teeth become really sensitive to hot & cold, that ... | |
| dental x-ray of root-filled tooth | 9/21/2009 |
| Q: I have a front tooth which has had a root-canal and just recently re-crowned by a prosthodontist. ... A: You ask a GREAT question and one I get on a weekly basis. When a root canal is done, the tooth tends ... | |
| Dental injections | 9/20/2009 |
| Q: What is the worst thing that could happen from a dental injection besides numbness or hematomas? ... A: The only way a person could die from a dental injection would be if they were allergic to the ... | |
| root canal | 9/20/2009 |
| Q: I had a temp bridge on for 2 wks w/o pain (missing tooth #14). I had the impression done. I have had ... A: When we exam teeth in our office, we use a number of tests, but the absolute most reliable is cold. ... | |
| Broken metal band | 9/20/2009 |
| Q: I'm 18 and I had a root canal on a lower tooth in January. My dental insurance wouldn't cover a ... A: I'm sorry you're going through this. If the pain you are having is associated with the tooth, then ... | |
| Painful to Pressure | 9/19/2009 |
| Q: Backlund, I've asked you a question about his tooth before, but it was a while ago so here is a ... A: Unfortunately, cracked teeth only get worse. Every time you bite down, you take the chance of ... | |
| Tooth 'pulses' after RCT | 9/19/2009 |
| Q: 2 months ago i decided to have 2 new crowns for my front teeth for cosmetic reasons (#8 already post ... A: What you are experiencing is NOT normal. Obviously, since I can't exam you, I can't tell you what is ... | |
| Apicoectomy sutures split | 9/18/2009 |
| Q: 2 weeks ago I had an Apicoetomy, root canal treatment had been done twice previously but I had ... A: Unfortunately, sometimes sutures don't close properly. I'm sorry this is happening to you. Since I ... | |
| Root Canal vs. Extraction | 9/18/2009 |
| Q: Dr. Backlund, I recently went to the dentist and was told I needed to have a root canal performed ... A: I'm sorry you are going through all this. In almost all cases, doing a root canal on an infected ... | |
| cold sensitivity after root canal | 9/17/2009 |
| Q: I read your June 21, 2007 answer to Summer on this. I'm also having cold sensitivity (either #30 or ... A: Only once in my career, have I seen a root canal tooth be sensitive to cold. Even after retreating ... | |
| root adsorption | 9/17/2009 |
| Q: Do all teeth that have root adsorption need to be treated or have a root canal? A: In all cases of root resorption, the real issue is whether the tooth is alive and whether the ... | |
| Gina | 9/16/2009 |
| Q: I am just curious. I just read a question Gina posted for you in July about her root canal not ... A: I'm sorry, she didn't. That whole situation can be very frustrating. Did you have an endodontist do ... | |
| recently capped tooth needs root canal | 9/16/2009 |
| Q: I had a molar tooth capped in preparation for a 5-unit bridge. After the temporary bridge was put ... A: I'm sorry this has all gone on. Unfortunately, it is not unusual for a tooth need a root canal after ... | |
| Painful to Pressure | 9/16/2009 |
| Q: Backlund, I've asked you a question about his tooth before, but it was a while ago so here is a ... A: Sounds like things aren't getting better. I'm sorry all this is going on. It is highly unlikely that ... | |
| root canal/tooth extraction | 9/16/2009 |
| Q: Backlund, I've been reading quite a few of your postings while going through a difficult tooth ... A: You're welcome. I guess I misread your original question. When I re-read it, you said it appeared ... | |
| root canal/tooth extraction | 9/15/2009 |
| Q: Backlund, I've been reading quite a few of your postings while going through a difficult tooth ... A: I'm sorry you're going through all this. You raise several issues here, actually, so let me see if I ... | |
| Pain Following Root Canal | 9/15/2009 |
| Q: Backlund, I had a root canal three days ago on one of my back molars, following an infection with ... A: I'm sorry to hear you're having this experience. These are NOT normal post op problems from a root ... | |
| RCT | 9/15/2009 |
| Q: I was wondering what your opinion is on putting clindamycin in the tooth canals in the case of mild ... A: If it truly was the clindamycin you tasted, then the temporary is leaking. A more common taste would ... | |
| Baby Root Canal or Extraction 4 yrs | 9/15/2009 |
| Q: My 4 year old daughter recently bumped her front tooth. It was not a hard hit, but the tooth has ... A: I'm sorry your daughter is going through all this. You are getting excellent advice! Everything you ... | |
| Dens In Dente and a problem 10 years later | 9/14/2009 |
| Q: I'm asking this question after what has happened to me. I was treated three summers ago by my ... A: I'm sorry you're going through all this. What you are describing sounds very much like a failing ... | |
| RCT | 9/14/2009 |
| Q: I was wondering what your opinion is on putting clindamycin in the tooth canals in the case of mild ... A: I would agree...there is little benefit to applying any antibiotics inside a root canal. However, ... | |
| broken post in root canal | 9/14/2009 |
| Q: My front tooth broke off. X-rays show the post is broken. How will a dentist fix this problem? ... A: Without being able to exam you and see an Xray, it's hard for me to tell you accurately how that ... | |
| Anesthetic error | 9/5/2009 |
| Q: My dentist was conducting a root canal treatment, and i had already had anesthetic but i was still ... A: I'm sorry you have experienced all this. Unfortunately, what happened to you occurs from time to ... | |
| damage to 3yr olds teeth | 9/4/2009 |
| Q: About 7 days ago my 3yr old took a tumble from her scooter onto concrete. One of her front teeth is ... A: I'm sorry to hear your daughter took a fall. Traumatic for Mom as well as daughter, huh? When a baby ... | |
| Pus still there after root canal | 9/4/2009 |
| Q: I just had my first root canal this morning. As I have read from some articles on the Internet, it ... A: In our area, using a rubber dam is the "standard of care". Any dentist not using one would be left ... | |
| post root canal abcess | 9/4/2009 |
| Q: I had a root canal done on a back molar almsot 10 years ago. It was a crooked root and my dentist ... A: I'm sorry you're having this problem. In almost all cases, once a failing root canal is removed, the ... | |
| Very Bad Taste in Mouth | 9/3/2009 |
| Q: I was recently diagnosed with Sjogrens (June). I also had a root canal done in March of this year. ... A: I'm sorry you're going through all this. I would agree with your endodontist...once a root canal has ... | |
| endodontics | 9/3/2009 |
| Q: while i was exploring the canals of the lower first molar i penetrate the floor of the cavity with a ... A: In situations like this, it really depends on how big the perforation is. If is is very small, ... | |
| Tooth Chips after Root Canal, before a Crown | 9/3/2009 |
| Q: If you have had a root canal, and have not gotten your crown on yet, what happens if you chip your ... A: In most cases, a chip is not a big deal. It really depends on how big the chip is. As long as it's ... | |
| Root canal failure | 9/2/2009 |
| Q: Is it common practice to leave cotton in the tooth after a root canal under the filling? Can this ... A: While I see this often when I retreat root canals, it is not something that I support. Many dentists ... | |
| root canal treatment | 9/1/2009 |
| Q: i got sedated because im afraid of the dentist ha ha. there was complications he couldnt finish the ... A: I'm sorry this has happened. Unfortunately, it does occur to anyone doing root canals. While the ... | |
| fractured molar | 9/1/2009 |
| Q: My regular dentist suspects that one of my upper molars is fractured and has referred me to an ... A: I'm sorry to hear you're faced with this dilemma. Fractures are very difficult things to predict how ... | |
| My 3yr olds front tooths infected. | 8/31/2009 |
| Q: First, Let me thank you for your time and effort. My son just turned 3yrs old. I took him to the ... A: I'm sorry you & your son are going through this. Depending on how bad the decay is, it may be ... | |
| anesthetic gone wrong | 8/31/2009 |
| Q: 2 weeks ago I had a filling replaced. However the anesthetic is still there. My tongue is half numb ... A: I Arabella, I'm sorry to hear you're experiencing this. I can guess this is a lower tooth and you ... | |
| swollen tender gums after root canal | 8/31/2009 |
| Q: I had a root canal three weeks ago. When I had pain afterwards, the doctor prescribed an antibiotic ... A: Sometimes the bacteria present are not sensitive to the antibiotic chosen. Clindamycin is a very ... | |
| Sensitive to Cold | 8/30/2009 |
| Q: I had filling in my teeth last year. all of a sudden my right tooth at the back is feeling sensitive ... A: When a tooth is sensitive to cold, that means the nerve inside is inflamed...it is NOT dead. The ... | |
| post treatment following root extraction | 8/30/2009 |
| Q: I had pain in my upper rear molar, my dentist advised that the nerve was infected, the existing ... A: You are getting good advice. We suggest crowns on all back teeth to prevent fracture which can occur ... | |
| Pain after Root Canals | 8/29/2009 |
| Q: Backlund, Thank you for reading my question. On Monday, I received root canal treatment from a ... A: Heat on the outside of your face may certainly help. If you use it, make sure it is moist heat, like ... | |
| mild swelling 10 days after root canal treatment | 8/29/2009 |
| Q: i had a pain and mild swelling in a lower front tooth almost a month ago.the tooth had a black ... A: I'm sorry to hear you're having this problem. Sometimes, when a root canal is done, it causes a ... | |
| pain after molar endo | 8/29/2009 |
| Q: ! Note between visits and prior to the final sealing it was Ok It is a bit strange and I don't ... A: I'm sorry you're going through all this. Making sure you are not hitting the tooth excessively when ... | |
| Pain after Root Canals | 8/29/2009 |
| Q: Backlund, Thank you for reading my question. On Monday, I received root canal treatment from a ... A: WOW...sounds like you have and are going through it! From what you have told me, I would suspect ... | |
| Possibly Infected Tooth | 8/28/2009 |
| Q: After some recent work on a tooth which required a deep filling I have been experiencing severe pain ... A: You are right...using an antibiotic means your dentist think you have an infection. You are also ... | |
| How to care for tooth while awaiting treatment | 8/28/2009 |
| Q: I have a tooth, bottom left side, farthest tooth in the back, was impacted by a wisdom tooth before ... A: I'm sorry to hear you're going through all this. There are temporary filling materials that you can ... | |
| Cracked tooth? | 8/27/2009 |
| Q: Backlund, I recently had a root canal on my last tooth on my left lower side. The hot/cold pain I ... A: I'm sorry you're going through all this. Yes, your crack could be more involved than what has been ... | |
| post root canal pain | 8/27/2009 |
| Q: I had a root canal recently followed by a crown to cover the tooth. After the root canal and now ... A: I'm sorry you're going through all this. I don't think your past surgeries have anything to do with ... | |
| pain relif root canal treatment | 8/26/2009 |
| Q: We live on a small island and we tend to have some poorly qualifed professionals so i need some ... A: I'm sorry to hear this about your son. If the teeth are abscessed, then it would be possible to do ... | |
| old root canal | 8/26/2009 |
| Q: the lump is all the way at the top of my gums and it didn't hurt for awhile but it did feel odd if i ... A: Since I can't examine you, I can't tell you for sure what is going on, however, since this lump is ... | |
| Inlay | 8/25/2009 |
| Q: About 11 days ago I was treated and received an inlay. After the inlay my tooth became sensitive to ... A: After a tooth has been worked on, i can be sensitive for awhile just because of the irritation of ... | |
| dentistry | 8/25/2009 |
| Q: I have a lower molar on the right side of my mouth that had a filling in it. The filling came out ... A: Everything you were told by your dentist is absolutely true....however, it doesn't always happen. ... | |
| son has knocked out 2 teeth[not baby teeth] | 8/25/2009 |
| Q: my son came of his bike & knocked out his 2 front top teeth. they did,nt come completely out and we ... A: I'm sorry to hear this has happened to your son. I am REALLY glad you wrote. Trauma is something ... | |
| Delayed Root Canal | 8/24/2009 |
| Q: It started with a very small cavity on my left incisor. I had my filling, however after a year or ... A: It is possible that delaying will increase the chances of infection in the jaw, but once the root ... | |
| abcess | 8/24/2009 |
| Q: I have had a really bad abcess in the front of my mouth.I have had two root canals.Ive had crowns ... A: I'm sorry you're having this problem. While there is something going on, obviously, if it is tooth ... | |
| tooth injury | 8/24/2009 |
| Q: Dr.Backlund, this is related to a contact sports injury that occured probably 5+ years ago. I took a ... A: Let me try to answer your questions..... 1]If a tooth is fractured is it true that it cannot be ... | |
| Mercury filling in Root Canal | 8/23/2009 |
| Q: Backlund, My question is: Can x-ray detect the mercury based substance that has been placed in the ... A: Unfortunately, X-rays only show changes in radioactive...ie, things that don't allow X-rays to pass ... | |
| post Root canal pain | 8/23/2009 |
| Q: One month ago, went into dentist on emergency basis due to severe swelling and pain, lower back ... A: I'm sorry to hear all this is going on. Especially with you leaving so soon. When you have a flare ... | |
| Successful root canal | 8/23/2009 |
| Q: Backlund: I have a root canal done recently on my #30. It has been 4 weeks now that the root canal ... A: When roots on a tooth are calcified, that can mean it is impossible to find them and/or properly ... | |
| Delayed Root Canal | 8/22/2009 |
| Q: It started with a very small cavity on my left incisor. I had my filling, however after a year or ... A: In root canal success, time is really NOT a factor. Once the source of the infection is removed, the ... | |
| Successful root canal | 8/21/2009 |
| Q: Backlund: I have a root canal done recently on my #30. It has been 4 weeks now that the root canal ... A: You are wise to be concerned about your temporary since if it starts leaking, it can cause the root ... | |
| root canal | 8/21/2009 |
| Q: My #15 molar requires a root canal , it is abscessed. A lateral partial is attached to it. I am ... A: In our office, we recommend crowns on all back teeth....and we don't do crowns. The reason is that ... | |
| Re root Canal Treatment | 8/21/2009 |
| Q: thsi is my front right upper tooth.. i think he said tooth # 8 I had a failed root canal 5/2009 ... A: I'm sorry to hear all this is going on. Unfortunately, when a root canal is retreated, we sometimes ... | |
| no numbing please | 8/20/2009 |
| Q: is there any way to do a root canal without numbing the tongue (water lazer) A: The problem is that we never TRY to numb the tongue. However, that nerve runs very close to the ... | |
| Re Root Canal | 8/20/2009 |
| Q: I had get a root canal done 2 yrs back and it has started aching, on showing the same to the doctor ... A: I'm glad to hear that. There is not another tooth behind in the Xray you sent and it is a 2nd molar. ... | |
| Re Root Canal | 8/20/2009 |
| Q: I had get a root canal done 2 yrs back and it has started aching, on showing the same to the doctor ... A: I'm sorry you're having this problem. The Xray shows that the root canal is failing. The root canal ... | |
| crack in temporary crown | 8/20/2009 |
| Q: I just had a buildup and temporary crown put on #30 Monday. Today I noticed there is a small hole in ... A: Without being able to see the hole, it's hard for me to help. If you are not having any pain or ... | |
| old cracked filling - possible root canal | 8/19/2009 |
| Q: I have a large old leaky filling in my bottom molar, second tooth from the back. It started hurting ... A: I think you information you got from the endodontist is accurate. When a tooth is sensitive to cold, ... | |
| tooth injury | 8/19/2009 |
| Q: Dr.Backlund, this is related to a contact sports injury that occured probably 5+ years ago. I took a ... A: I'm sorry you're having this problem. It is hard for me to help with what is going on since I can't ... | |
| Upper right jaw pain, no sinus problems | 8/17/2009 |
| Q: I'm having considerable pain in my upper right jaw for the past 2 days that now seems to be ... A: I'm sorry to hear you're having problems. After all this time, it is doubtful that the extraction of ... | |
| Are Puffs Good or Bad? | 8/16/2009 |
| Q: I wrote to you before after I had intense pain for two weeks after a root canal was finished. Now I ... A: The pain after root canal treatment comes from a reaction at the end of the tooth, in the tissue, as ... | |
| Are Puffs Good or Bad? | 8/14/2009 |
| Q: I wrote to you before after I had intense pain for two weeks after a root canal was finished. Now I ... A: No that's not the way it works. If you want to create a "puff", you make sure you clean out the root ... | |
| vitality testing | 8/13/2009 |
| Q: what are the advantages and disadvantages to using hot stimulas, hot gutta percha to test the ... A: We don't use hot very often since cold is much more reliable. We use hot only when we can't get good ... | |
| using electrode to test if nerve is living, all-around the head x-ray | 8/13/2009 |
| Q: I had a new crown put in where a tooth had broken away. Since crown was installed I have been unable ... A: In our office, we never remove crowns to do testing. If a tooth has a crown on it, we use ice to ... | |
| Are Puffs Good or Bad? | 8/12/2009 |
| Q: I wrote to you before after I had intense pain for two weeks after a root canal was finished. Now I ... A: First, puffs...this is one of the controversies in endodontics. Some believe that the only way to ... | |
| Root Canal Therapy | 8/11/2009 |
| Q: Backlund, I am scheduled to undergo possible root canal therapy tomorrow, August 12, 2009, because ... A: When you say "definitive", that always is answered "no". In dentistry, there are MANY grays where ... | |
| Root Canal Therapy | 8/11/2009 |
| Q: Backlund, I am scheduled to undergo possible root canal therapy tomorrow, August 12, 2009, because ... A: Since I can't examine you, it' really hard for me to tell you what to do. If the source of your ... | |
| Calcium Hydroxide Treatment and Continuing Pain | 8/11/2009 |
| Q: I am after some advice. I am currently undergoing treatment for a root resorption problem on one of ... A: The worst case scenario is that the resorption cannot be controlled, the tooth will continue to ... | |
| Calcium Hydroxide Treatment and Continuing Pain | 8/11/2009 |
| Q: I am after some advice. I am currently undergoing treatment for a root resorption problem on one of ... A: It's hard for me to give you a really good answer without being able to exam you. However, normally ... | |
| Infected root canal | 8/4/2009 |
| Q: Backland, Thankyou for taking the time to read my question. I had root canal surgery on my upper ... A: I'm sorry you're having this problem. With a schedule like you obviously have, it must be hard to ... | |
| FISTULA | 8/3/2009 |
| Q: I HAD A CROWN DONE ON MY UPPER MOLAR ABOUT A YEAR AGO. WITHIN A MONTH I GOT A BUBBLE ON MY GUM. I ... A: I'm sorry this is going on. No, the fistula is not something that is contagious. It forms as a ... | |
| nerve trauma | 8/3/2009 |
| Q: does decay (deep in the dentin)cause the tooth's nerve to be traumatized? decay was overlooked and ... A: You raise a couple of issues here, really. Let me try to explain. When decay starts, as it moves ... | |
| apicoectomy complications | 8/2/2009 |
| Q: I had an apicoectomy on tooth # 12 2 weeks ago. This tooth had previously had a root canal and a ... A: I'm sorry you're having this problem. While it is difficult for me to be certain, since I can't ... | |
| root canal filling | 8/1/2009 |
| Q: I just had root canal done 3 weeks ago. The dentist said within 3 months go have the crown put on. ... A: As long as the filling didn't come out because the tooth has cracked or fractured, you should be ... | |
| Root Canal Questions - HELP! | 7/31/2009 |
| Q: Backlund, My bottom, left, back molar (#37??) is cracked. My dentist told me I needed a crown. ... A: I'm sorry you're going through all this. Root canals don't usually go this way, but they certainly ... | |
| root canals | 7/29/2009 |
| Q: Backlund, You know how when a tooth has a root canal, the tooth can no longer feel cold, ... A: There is really no correct answer to your question...it all depends on what you are willing to go ... | |
| root canals | 7/28/2009 |
| Q: Backlund, You know how when a tooth has a root canal, the tooth can no longer feel cold, ... A: You really have a couple of different questions here. Let me try to answer one at a time... First, ... | |
| Trigeminal Neuralgia | 7/28/2009 |
| Q: Backlund - I had been having a lot of problems with 2 root canal treatments. One of which, after ... A: I'm sorry all this is going on. It must be frustrating. Trigeminal Neuralgia is really pretty rare. ... | |
| pain after root canal | 7/28/2009 |
| Q: I had a root canal done on Thursday. I had some pain on Friday but yesterday and today the pain ... A: It is possible, but very rare. When we work in the mouth, we are working in an area filled with ... | |
| Root Treatment | 7/27/2009 |
| Q: I have had to have a second lot of root treatment done on my upper front tooth. However, it's now ... A: While it's hard for me to tell for sure, since I can't examine you, it sounds like your tooth may be ... | |
| pain after root canal | 7/27/2009 |
| Q: I had a root canal done on Thursday. I had some pain on Friday but yesterday and today the pain ... A: I'm sorry you're going through all this. It sounds like your ttoh is infected and you may need to be ... | |
| chin numbness one week after root canal | 7/26/2009 |
| Q: I had my 2nd part of my root canal on my 6th tooth back on the right side this past Monday. It is ... A: I'm sorry to hear this is going on. We sometimes have this situation with patients and it is usually ... | |
| root canal | 7/25/2009 |
| Q: I went to have a crown redone. The old one was removed and a temporary put on. The pain was so ... A: I'm sorry you are going through all this! No, this is NOT normal. I would call your endodontist, ... | |
| Still sore 2 weeks after root canal | 7/23/2009 |
| Q: I had root canal treatment 2 weeks ago on a tooth that had a lateral abscess (probably due to a dead ... A: I'm sorry to hear this is still going on. It is possible that things are still healing, but you ... | |
| Trauma to Front Tooth | 7/23/2009 |
| Q: About three weeks ago, I fell and hit my front tooth (#9)....it has since turned slightly gray, and ... A: Sometimes, the gray appearance can result from ruptured blood vessels inside your tooth that cause ... | |
| clenching and symptoms | 7/23/2009 |
| Q: Backlund, When a person clenches their tooth, does it possess the same symptoms as a tooth ... A: X-rays only show changes in density of hard structure..they don't show infections, etc. If no decay ... | |
| 30 year old root canal | 7/22/2009 |
| Q: For two months I felt like I was getting a cold every other day. My glands were swollen and I felt ... A: I'm sorry you're going through all this. First, before you give up on this tooth, I would suggest ... | |
| Root Canal | 7/22/2009 |
| Q: I'm a 24 year old female. I have been having a lot of problems with my fifth front tooth (on my left ... A: I'm sorry you're going through all this. It must be very frustrating! While I can't really diagnosis ... | |
| root exposures | 7/21/2009 |
| Q: Backlund, Are the symptoms of root exposure similar to the symptoms of tooth decay or maybe a ... A: The answer is.....it depends...:-). What I mean is that root exposure, if it occurs naturally over ... | |
| temperature sensitivity | 7/20/2009 |
| Q: Backlund, Is it normal for sensitive teeth with large silver fillings to feel temperature ... A: X-rays are a 2 dimensional picture of a 3 dimensional object. They are not perfect. However, if the ... | |
| Can X-rays rule out abcess? | 7/20/2009 |
| Q: Backlund, I have a pain under the ear on the jaw, it feels as if it is on the bone. The entire jaw ... A: I'm sorry to hear all this is going on. X-rays are only one tool for ruling out an abscess, however, ... | |
| temperature sensitivity | 7/20/2009 |
| Q: Backlund, Is it normal for sensitive teeth with large silver fillings to feel temperature ... A: Intact, large silver fillings can often feel temperature sensations. It's because they are so close ... | |
| pain after root canal | 7/19/2009 |
| Q: My front tooth had a root canal about a month ago...All was fine but 2 weeks later I started to feel ... A: Let me try to answer some of your questions...some I can't since I can't examine you..... Can you ... | |
| bleeding canals | 7/19/2009 |
| Q: i have a case for 28 years male with exposed lower 1st molar while i am doing RCT there were ... A: I'm sorry you are having this problem. I think there are 3 possibilities...a perforation, doubtful ... | |
| Cavities | 7/18/2009 |
| Q: Backlund, I am curious about this. Well, when cavities are underneath silver fillings, I have ... A: Yes, if there are no open margins, your fillings are intact and you won't have decay. Decay and ... | |
| Cavities | 7/18/2009 |
| Q: Backlund, I am curious about this. Well, when cavities are underneath silver fillings, I have ... A: You're right....X-rays can not go through silver fillings, so it is possible decay could not be ... | |
| Pain after Root Canal | 7/17/2009 |
| Q: 5 days ago I had a root canal on the lower left 3rd molar from the back which was already cracked. ... A: I'm sorry you are going through all this. It's things like this that give root canals a bad name! ... | |
| 6 year molar root canal | 7/17/2009 |
| Q: I am in a real dilemma here. I took my son to the dentist yesterday expecting a cleaning and a ... A: I am SO sorry you are faced with this problem. I know it isn't easy to need to make these kinds of ... | |
| root canal through bridgework | 7/17/2009 |
| Q: I am scheduled to go in for a root canal through a crown that is part of a bridge. It is the end ... A: I can certainly understand your concern. There is always the possibility that chewing is what has ... | |
| Root Canal Needed? | 7/16/2009 |
| Q: Dr. Backlund, I recently had a filling fall out and when I went to my dentist to have it replaced, ... A: I'm sorry to hear you're going through all this. Actually you are right on! You have stated ... | |
| Crown over root canal? | 7/16/2009 |
| Q: I had a root canal on my upper-left tooth 3rd from the front about 10 years ago. My new dentist ... A: In our office, we suggest crowns on all back teeth and any front teeth with large fillings. Root ... | |
| Jaw/sinus/gum pain | 7/15/2009 |
| Q: I had a root canal performed by an endodontist several years ago. He said that there were some ... A: I'm sorry this is going on. Yes, your symptoms could be caused by the inability to adequately clean ... | |
| Root Canal | 7/15/2009 |
| Q: I have been with an abscess in my tooth for about thee months and for some reasons I couldn't have ... A: I'm sorry this has happened to you. Unfortunately, it is not unusual. When we go in to treat an ... | |
| About root canal timing | 7/14/2009 |
| Q: Gary Backlund: I have started a root canal procedure on my 30 molar. It had a big filling and its ... A: Actually, the time between appointments really varies a lot from office to office. In truth, it is ... | |
| cavities, root canals, etc... | 7/14/2009 |
| Q: Backlund, I'm wondering when a tooth feels pain from cold or sweet sensations, is that a sure sign a ... A: It is really impossible to make the call of needing a root canal by describing the pain. The first ... | |
| cavities, root canals, etc... | 7/13/2009 |
| Q: Backlund, I'm wondering when a tooth feels pain from cold or sweet sensations, is that a sure sign a ... A: Cold and sweet sensations mean the nerve inside the tooth is still alive. If the decay is not too ... | |
| Root canal? | 7/13/2009 |
| Q: I had an x-ray done on tooth, I think a top premolar, that had been causing me some discomfort after ... A: Cracks can be very hard to diagnosis. The best way, and you can sort of do it yourself, is a bite ... | |
| Antibiotics root canal | 7/13/2009 |
| Q: In your experience and opinion Dr.Backlund how many times should one take antibiotics for an ... A: That's not a silly question Sandra. Your dentist or endodontist would be the best person to evaluate ... | |
| 3 valiums from a dentist? | 7/13/2009 |
| Q: A root canal is planned. The dentist is asking to take 3 Valiums the day of procedure. As a female, ... A: Every office has it's own standards and routines. All I can tell you is that, in our office, we ... | |
| Antibiotics root canal | 7/12/2009 |
| Q: In your experience and opinion Dr.Backlund how many times should one take antibiotics for an ... A: ...it comments like yours that keep me going :-).... In our office, we don't believe in using ... | |
| Root Canal | 7/12/2009 |
| Q: How long can I wait before switching my temporary crown out with the permanent crown for a tooth ... A: The biggest risk of leaving a temporary crown on very long is leakage. They are not made to fit ... | |
| Root canal? | 7/12/2009 |
| Q: I had an x-ray done on tooth, I think a top premolar, that had been causing me some discomfort ... A: I'm sorry you're having this problem. From what you're telling me, it sounds like you may have ... | |
| Terminology | 7/12/2009 |
| Q: Dr.Gary Backlund, What is the difference between an infection or an abscess? My Mom's dentist ... A: Technically, an infection means that bacteria are involved and an abscess can occur without ... | |
| Front tooth root canal | 7/11/2009 |
| Q: I had a front tooth root canal about 14 days ago. I was to go back for an hour and half appointment ... A: Unfortunately, if the root is truly fractured, the tooth will probably have to come out. As this is ... | |
| tooth pain | 7/11/2009 |
| Q: I recently started having pain in my front tooth. The thing I don't understand and hope you can ... A: I'm sorry to hear all this is going on. Since I can't exam you, I can't say for sure, but it sounds ... | |
| Abscessed root canal | 7/10/2009 |
| Q: I had a root canal on my bottom back tooth which was abscessed on Mon. July 6th. My bottom jaw ... A: I'm sorry all this is going on. Sometimes, when we do root canals, we "stir" things up and your body ... | |
| swollen glands after root canal | 7/10/2009 |
| Q: Backlund, I asked you a few days ago if an infection at the root tip would go away by itself to ... A: It would be unusual for an upper tooth to cause swelling in the lower, but it is possible due to the ... | |
| 3 Root Canal Treatments recommended | 7/10/2009 |
| Q: I am 45 years old, female with diabetes. I had a mild heart attack 6 months ago and I am highly ... A: First my disclaimer....since I can't exam you or know your complete health history, it hard for me ... | |
| Root Canals | 7/10/2009 |
| Q: Backlund, Is it true that if during a root canal, if a canal was missed (maybe the dentist ... A: Yes, you are right. If a canal is missed, it could cause problems several years down the road.It is ... | |
| Clenching tooth | 7/8/2009 |
| Q: Backlund, I have a root canal on of my front teeth and ever since I started "noticing" that tooth, I ... A: I'm sorry to hear all this is going on. Clenching and grinding is a very difficult thing to stop. It ... | |
| Can Infected Roots Cause other problems? | 7/8/2009 |
| Q: Backlund, I am sorry, I have several questions I hope you can help me with. I have written to you ... A: You raise a couple of issues here. First, let's talk about the tooth with the root canal. There can ... | |
| Root Resorption | 7/8/2009 |
| Q: I had a root canal procedure performed by an Endodontist, and he says that I have root resorption ... A: There are two types of resorption...internal and external. I assume you are talking about ... | |
| cementoma? | 7/7/2009 |
| Q: Dr. Backlund, I wrote you two years ago about a black half-circle under tooth 23 that was diagnosed ... A: I can certainly understand your confusion. The only was to tell the difference between a cementoma ... | |
| clenching/grinding | 7/7/2009 |
| Q: I just noticed something as I was waking up from my sleep. I realized that I clench my front tooth ... A: Yes...or it could be some other oral habit, like biting on a pencil or chewing finger nails, that ... | |
| clenching/grinding | 7/6/2009 |
| Q: I just noticed something as I was waking up from my sleep. I realized that I clench my front tooth ... A: If you are clenching, it can make your teeth VERY sore, even if only at night and, yes, people under ... | |
| Preventing root canal with fillings? | 7/6/2009 |
| Q: My dentist told me I had a deep cavity that is close to getting a root canal (it's on my lateral ... A: By removing the decay and putting in a filling, that will stop the spread of the decay. However, if ... | |
| residual infection maybe? | 7/6/2009 |
| Q: Hey doc, I have been going to all kinds of dentists (general, peridontists, endodontists) and I've ... A: Like I said before, what you really need is a good diagnosis. If I were you, I would seek a 2nd ... | |
| Root Canal Swelling | 7/5/2009 |
| Q: Just had a root canal thursday. The tooth didn't hurt me but my dental assistant roommate said it ... A: I'm sorry you're going through all this! It's hard for me to give good answers without being able to ... | |
| Extreme pain post-root canal | 7/5/2009 |
| Q: This is a follow-up question. The expert I had asked originally is on vacation, so I was prompted to ... A: I'm sorry you're going through all this! Unfortunately, there are really only three possibilities ... | |
| residual infection maybe? | 7/4/2009 |
| Q: Hey doc, I have been going to all kinds of dentists (general, peridontists, endodontists) and I've ... A: I'm sorry you're going through all this! Pain is the bodies way of telling us something is not ... | |
| endodontics | 7/4/2009 |
| Q: Backlund, I'm wondering for people who need root canals because they have an infection going on ... A: X-rays do not tell the whole story. They are a 2 dimensional picture of a 3 dimensional root, so ... | |
| root canal treatment | 7/4/2009 |
| Q: Good morning! I just a had a root canal redone on Thursday, so two days ago. Two years ago the ... A: You ask good question, but they don't have black & white answers. I'll try to do my best to answer ... | |
| endodontics | 7/4/2009 |
| Q: Backlund, I'm wondering for people who need root canals because they have an infection going on ... A: Unfortunately, when you are dealing with the human body, nothing is 100%. While root canals have a ... | |
| Is Crown Necessary? | 7/3/2009 |
| Q: I just acquired a really good dental plan through my work and finally made those first few scary ... A: In our office, we suggest crowns on ALL back teeth...and we don't do crowns....as a way to protect ... | |
| progress of an infection | 7/3/2009 |
| Q: Hey Gary, for bone infections, when a root canal is already done, can bone infections show right ... A: Changes on an Xray occur very slowly...both repair and destruction. We routinely recall our patients ... | |
| fighting infections | 7/3/2009 |
| Q: Backlund, I'm wondering when a patient has an infection on a bone, and needs a root canal, like ... A: We do not routinely prescribe antibiotics after root canal treatment. Once the source of the problem ... | |
| root canals | 7/3/2009 |
| Q: Backlund, I am wondering, how does a dentist know if a root canal is failing or not? Does ... A: Our best way of evaluating treatment is by using X-rays and symptoms. If the bone heals and there ... | |
| pain after root canal | 7/3/2009 |
| Q: My front tooth had a root canal about a month ago...All was fine but 2 weeks later I started to feel ... A: If it truly is your bite that is the problem, it would take several days for things to feel better. ... | |
| Post Root canal pain. | 7/2/2009 |
| Q: I had a root canal on my upper front tooth day before yesterday. I was fine afterwards but since ... A: I'm sorry your having this problem. It does sound like you might have a post op infection since ... | |
| pain after root canal | 7/2/2009 |
| Q: My front tooth had a root canal about a month ago...All was fine but 2 weeks later I started to feel ... A: I'm sorry you're going through all this. Yes, it is certainly possible you still have an infection ... | |
| infection and curved root | 7/2/2009 |
| Q: I have an infection on tooth #3 and i have a curved root, should i get a root canal done or get it ... A: In our office, we do root canals on curved roots all the time with a VERY high success rate. Since I ... | |
| augmentin | 7/2/2009 |
| Q: Dr. Backlund, I had a root canal and it still hurt. My dentist said I have swollen gums and ... A: Some infections respond better to one medication than another. If Amoxicillin doesn't work, ... | |
| Fractures and Root Canals | 6/30/2009 |
| Q: Hey Gary, yay you are an endodontist! I was referred over to the endodontist by my dentist a few ... A: I'm sorry you're going through all this. It is certainly possible that if you have a crack or ... | |
| Do I need a root canal? | 6/30/2009 |
| Q: My dentist filled up a tooth that had caries. Soon after the treatment(as soon as I got out of the ... A: I'm sorry you're going through all this. It certainly sounds like the pulp of your tooth is inflamed ... | |
| Pain following a root canal | 6/29/2009 |
| Q: I had the first part of a root canal 2 weeks ago. There was a little pain afterwards, but went away ... A: I'm sorry you're going through all this. It sounds like your bite is high. We sometimes see this ... | |
| 4yr old's gum boil | 6/28/2009 |
| Q: my 4yr old came to me and showed me a hard whitish pimple on his gum over a tooth that he had trauma ... A: As long as your child is having no pain or facial swelling, you will be fine to wait. The gum boil ... | |
| RC | 6/28/2009 |
| Q: Backlund, I was wondering, after a root canal, if there was something wrong with the white ... A: The filling materials we use today are inert and well tolerated by the body. There is nothing in ... | |
| Root Canal pain numbness | 6/27/2009 |
| Q: On Wednesday, I went in to have a standard root canal. I was in severe pain and was told I would be ... A: I'm sorry to hear you're going through all this. Sometimes, when we give injections on the lower, we ... | |
| RC | 6/26/2009 |
| Q: Backlund, I was wondering, after a root canal, if there was something wrong with the white ... A: I'm sorry you're going through all this. Since I can't examine you or know exactly what has gone on, ... | |
| Endodontists | 6/25/2009 |
| Q: Hey Gary, this is Andrew, and I think you forgot to answer my question last time. I was wondering if ... A: When you get to the map page to search, at the bottom of the map there is a link "find a board ... | |
| Endodontists | 6/25/2009 |
| Q: Hey Gary, this is Andrew, and I think you forgot to answer my question last time. I was wondering if ... A: Sorry about that....it depends on what part of the website you are looking at. There is a section ... | |
| Board Certification | 6/24/2009 |
| Q: Backlund, I was trying to find an endodontist online, and I went to the aae.org website and I found ... A: You ask a great question. Board certification is a test given at the National level that basically ... | |
| Front tooth root canal | 6/24/2009 |
| Q: I had a front tooth root canal about 14 days ago. I was to go back for an hour and half appointment ... A: First, all dentists take different amounts of time to do various procedures. Since I'm an ... | |
| Specialists | 6/24/2009 |
| Q: To Gary Backlund: Hi Doctor, I wanted to know, when dentists refer patients to endodontists, does ... A: You are right on with all your information...good thinking! Many referring dentists give a patient ... | |
| roots | 6/24/2009 |
| Q: Backlund, who is the best type of dentist to go when it comes to root fractures? I know endodontists ... A: Yes, I think endodontists are really the best to work with root fractures. However, detecting them ... | |
| Re-treatment on a Root Canal | 6/24/2009 |
| Q: I had a root canal on a back molar 1 1/2 months ago by my dentist. I have had a little pain with ... A: I'm sorry you're going through all this. While tooth problems can be unpredictable, the fact that ... | |
| root canal after crown? | 6/23/2009 |
| Q: about 3 mos ago i experienced pain on one bottom back tooth when i chewed (slight hot/cold ... A: I'm sorry you're going through all this. Unfortunately, cracked teeth are probably the hardest ... | |
| Consultation with an Endodontist | 6/23/2009 |
| Q: Backlund, I am wondering about something. You see, I have had some root canal issues, and I was ... A: Most patients are referred by their dentist to a particular endodontist. This usually works best ... | |
| Gum infection | 6/22/2009 |
| Q: My symptoms have presented as a gum infection/cyst. I had an apico two weeks ago and everything was ... A: Since I can't examine you, it's hard for me to really help here. However, most likely you are ... | |
| root canal over-filled | 6/22/2009 |
| Q: I have just had a rootcanal redone by a specialist. They seem to have done a good job, except they ... A: It is not uncommon to overfill a canal. How much of a potential problem this is really depends on ... | |
| Consultation with an Endodontist | 6/22/2009 |
| Q: Backlund, I am wondering about something. You see, I have had some root canal issues, and I was ... A: I'm sorry you're going through all this. Often a difficult diagnosis is made by having a lot of ... | |
| root canal | 6/21/2009 |
| Q: If an x-ray (bite wing)indicates a root abscess but digital radiography does not (two occasions at ... A: You raise a couple of issues here. First, it is highly unlikely that a bitewing Xray would show an ... | |
| permanent filling | 6/21/2009 |
| Q: I have a tooth that aches even when it has had a root canal, and it's more sore around where the ... A: The pencil test is really the only test I can have you do without examining you. It doesn't mean you ... | |
| Tooth pain activated by | 6/20/2009 |
| Q: Six months ago I had a root canal done to save a tooth that supports my metal bridge in place. After ... A: I'm sorry you are going through all this. You are exactly right...when a root canal is done, even if ... | |
| hello | 6/20/2009 |
| Q: Backlund, I know you only do root canals, but I'm wondering if I can get your thoughts on this. ... A: Digital X-rays are great but only because we can manipulate them like with digital photos. The real ... | |
| permanent filling | 6/20/2009 |
| Q: I have a tooth that aches even when it has had a root canal, and it's more sore around where the ... A: Since I can't exam you, it's hard for me to give you definite answers about your tooth, but I ... | |
| #2 apicoectomy and patholgy report | 6/19/2009 |
| Q: Failed 9-yr root canal on left first premolar. First apicoectomy Dec 08 due to "infection" (no path ... A: The only thing I find "interesting" is the phrase "Possibility of a combined endodontic-periodontic ... | |
| root fractures | 6/19/2009 |
| Q: To Dr. Backlund, I was wondering, what are the symptoms of root fracture? I went to several ... A: I'm sorry to hear you're going through all this. Unfortunately, there are really no symptoms that ... | |
| chipped tooth with temp filling after root canal | 6/18/2009 |
| Q: A root canal done about 2 months ago and have not have the money to get the crown yet. Today a ... A: The only concern with a chip is whether it exposes the root canal filling material. If it does, the ... | |
| digital x-ray charge | 6/18/2009 |
| Q: Backlund, I have a question in regards to x-ray charge. I know as far as charges goes, x-ray ... A: If decay is medium to large, it should show up on any type of Xray. The real advantage of digital ... | |
| digital x-ray charge | 6/18/2009 |
| Q: Backlund, I have a question in regards to x-ray charge. I know as far as charges goes, x-ray ... A: Sorry you got cut off. As a rule, we don't give any X-rays of any type to patients. We are happy to ... | |
| digital x-ray charge | 6/17/2009 |
| Q: Backlund, I have a question in regards to x-ray charge. I know as far as charges goes, x-ray ... A: All I can really do is tell you what our office does. As you said, every office is different with ... | |
| Please... I need an urgent advice | 6/16/2009 |
| Q: I need your input regarding to this matter: I had an appointment yesterday with my dentist just ... A: I'm sorry to hear all this is going on. It is never easy for the patient OR dentist to leave a piece ... | |
| Numbness after Root Canal | 6/16/2009 |
| Q: Answer It's all the same nerve. We give the injection back behind your last tooth because that's ... A: First, there is NO way nerve damage can be seen on an Xray...only hard tissue, bone & teeth, show up ... | |
| endodontists | 6/16/2009 |
| Q: Backlund, I was wondering what is the difference between an endodontist and a microscopic ... A: Actually, there is no difference. The American Association of Endodontists only recognizes ... | |
| Numbness after root canal | 6/10/2009 |
| Q: I had a Root Canal done on tooth #30 on May 9th 2009 which was my second visit for this tooth. The ... A: It's all the same nerve. We give the injection back behind your last tooth because that's where the ... | |
| Numbness after root canal | 6/10/2009 |
| Q: I had a Root Canal done on tooth #30 on May 9th 2009 which was my second visit for this tooth. The ... A: That helps a lot!! When you get that electric shock, that's a "bulls eye" and means the needle ... | |
| aae.org | 6/10/2009 |
| Q: Backlund, I have heard about the aae.org website, and I looked for an endodontist there. ... A: The endodontists listed on aae.org are only a list of those who are trained as endodontists and ... | |
| Inflammation | 6/10/2009 |
| Q: Gary Backlund, I'm glad I was able to find an endodontist here. I wanted to ask you about ... A: If you have swelling, in most cases it's a result of a bacterial infection. Antibiotics are the most ... | |
| issues with root canal | 6/10/2009 |
| Q: Backlund, I know each tooth can contain many canals, and sometimes these canals are hard to ... A: I'm sorry you're in this situation. Rather than try to answer each of your questions, let me explain ... | |
| ibuprofen | 6/9/2009 |
| Q: Dr. Backlund: Hi, I have a question in regards to ibuprofen. After a root canal is it common that ... A: Usually, if you have swelling after a root canal it means that there is infection. If that is the ... | |
| root canals | 6/9/2009 |
| Q: do you have any idea what a root rx tool is? Are they able to detect hidden canals? If not, what are ... A: You ask a lot of good questions, but some done have good answers. Let me try to help. Microscopes ... | |
| root canal and capping teeth | 6/9/2009 |
| Q: is it absolutely necessary to do root canal before capping a tooth A: No, the only times root canals would be necessary is if the teeth are dead, sensitive or in the ... | |
| Protection | 6/3/2009 |
| Q: Backlund, I have a question about procedures at the endodontic offices. I heard that endodontic ... A: Without being TOO evasive, your question is hard to answer. Every office is different and often it ... | |
| Endodontists | 6/3/2009 |
| Q: hey Dr. Backlund, I'm glad I was able to find an endodontist on this website, and I wanted to you ... A: I would guess most endodontists have microscopes in their offices, but there is no way to confirm ... | |
| Hello | 6/2/2009 |
| Q: Backlund, After a root canal, when the tooth is sore, and if tapping any part of the tooth, such ... A: Unfortunately, there isn't anything we can put on the outside of a tooth to solve a problem that is ... | |
| Overfilled root canals | 6/1/2009 |
| Q: Several years ago, I had two root canals performed by my general dentist on my front teeth(damage ... A: I'm sorry to hear all this is going on. Some of your questions I can't answer since I can't exam ... | |
| Root Canal Overfill | 5/31/2009 |
| Q: I have asked you questions in the past and you have been very helpful - thank you for that! I have ... A: Since there are no other teeth in the area, the pain is most likely from that tooth. However, that ... | |
| Root Canal Overfill | 5/31/2009 |
| Q: I have asked you questions in the past and you have been very helpful - thank you for that! I have ... A: Nice to hear from you again...I'm sorry it's under these circumstanes. There are two types of ... | |
| Infection | 5/31/2009 |
| Q: To Dr. Backlund, I need your help on something I have heard so you can maybe confirm it or ... A: Actually, when I re-read my words, "should" probably should be "could". When the end of the tooth is ... | |
| Crown Doesn't Seem Fitted Right | 5/30/2009 |
| Q: I have a question regarding the discomfort of my crown after it has been seated, permanently. I ... A: This is usually a simple fix by your dentist. It probably means adjusting the bite so things feel ... | |
| Infection | 5/30/2009 |
| Q: To Dr. Backlund, I need your help on something I have heard so you can maybe confirm it or ... A: .... If your pain was due to infection, hitting any part of the tooth should cause soreness since ... | |
| widened periodontal ligament | 5/30/2009 |
| Q: I'm hoping you can help me. I was referred to an endo last summer for a widened PDL. Can you please ... A: A widened PDL means that, on an xray, the space around the end of the root is larger than normal. ... | |
| Tooth | 5/26/2009 |
| Q: For the past few months I have been having some sensitivity. I know it's one of last four teeth but ... A: I'm sorry to hear you're having this happen. How long to wait is really a question I can't answer. ... | |
| Root Canal | 5/26/2009 |
| Q: my name is Katy and I had a root canal performed on my right front tooth on 5/22/09. I had smacked ... A: I am SO sorry to hear about the accident to your front teeth. Trauma to teeth can be a difficult ... | |
| endondontics | 5/26/2009 |
| Q: Backlund, In your 25 years of endodontic practice, do you usually do retreatments for your ... A: We do retreatments every day. It's a large part of our practice. It can be for many ... | |
| My Root Canal | 5/25/2009 |
| Q: Backlund: I had a root canal a couple years ago, and I remember during that time, after the ... A: I'm sure every dentist probably means a slightly different thing when they use the word guarantee, ... | |
| Question about tooth abscess | 5/25/2009 |
| Q: I woke up this morning with a bad tooth pain...it felt almost like when a tooth breaks the surface ... A: I'm sorry this is all going on during a holiday! Since you just saw a dentist and everything checked ... | |
| pain after root canal | 5/24/2009 |
| Q: i had some dental work done about 4 months ago and have had severe pain, that comes and goes ever ... A: I'm sorry your going through all this. When a tooth feels hot & cold, that means there is still live ... | |
| My Root Canal | 5/24/2009 |
| Q: Backlund: I had a root canal a couple years ago, and I remember during that time, after the ... A: I'm sorry to hear you're going through this. First, since I can't exam you or see your X-rays, I ... | |
| 5 days post partial root canal | 5/24/2009 |
| Q: I am five days post partial root canal in tooth 31. I went in on Tuesday because I was in extreme ... A: I'm sorry to hear all this is going on. What you are experiencing is not normal, but is a post op ... | |
| Dental Pain | 5/23/2009 |
| Q: I ha a tooth filled which already had a deep filling. I also had a temporary crown put on. About ... A: You need to call your dentist RIGHT AWAY...even on Friday night! If you are having this type of ... | |
| pain in bottom front teeth | 5/22/2009 |
| Q: For the last few months I had have a terrible pain in my bottom front 2 teeth. I can feel the teeth ... A: Unfortunately, since I can't examine you, it's hard for me to give you good advice. The problem is ... | |
| Apicoectomy | 5/22/2009 |
| Q: I am having trouble with my UR3 which is has had a root canal, a root canal retreatment, and is ... A: First, it isn't really that difficult of a procedure, especially if a specialist is doing it. He/she ... | |
| Apicoectomy | 5/22/2009 |
| Q: I am having trouble with my UR3 which is has had a root canal, a root canal retreatment, and is ... A: I'm sorry to hear you're going through all this. Unfortunately, what you are describing is quite ... | |
| question about core and crown | 5/21/2009 |
| Q: i got a root canal and crown done 6 years back, the filling and crown came off couple of days back, ... A: Since I can't examine you or see your tooth, it's hard for me to give you a helpful answer. What I ... | |
| Root canal on # 30 | 5/21/2009 |
| Q: Had a root canal on #30 6 weeks ago. NO infection just inflammed nerve, no crack evident. My ... A: It's hard for me to answer you since I can't examine you or see your X-rays, but I suspect, if you ... | |
| unresolved abscess | 5/21/2009 |
| Q: I am a 61 year old white male. I had a thorough dental exam yesterday. My dentist told me that I ... A: Unfortunately, a lot of abscessed teeth are found on routine X-rays with absolutely no symptoms. ... | |
| Root canal on 3 year old | 5/20/2009 |
| Q: I was told that my 3-year-old daughter needs two root canals on her back molars without even taking ... A: I'm sorry to hear your daughter is going through this. Obviously, since I can't exam your daughter I ... | |
| Endodontics | 5/18/2009 |
| Q: Backlund, I understand that you are an endodontist. I want to go see an endodontist, but it is so ... A: I'm sorry you're in this situation. Since endodontics is considered elective treatment, since ... | |
| darkening of spots | 5/18/2009 |
| Q: Backlund, when a tooth has inflammation and has lead to infection, can the tooth be both inflammed ... A: I'll try to answer here, but some of your questions are really a matter of semantics. Infection and ... | |
| darkening of spots | 5/17/2009 |
| Q: Backlund, when a tooth has inflammation and has lead to infection, can the tooth be both inflammed ... A: If the dark spot at the end of the tooth is a result of something going on in the tooth and not from ... | |
| absess in gum yrs after rootcanal on same teeth | 5/17/2009 |
| Q: What can cause a abscess in the same gum below a already done rootcanal yr ago?I thought that once i ... A: While root canals have a high success rate, a small percent fail. That can be from a number of ... | |
| Calcified root | 5/17/2009 |
| Q: I had a cavity develop under a filling that caused me to get a root canal on the very back tooth on ... A: I'm sorry to hear you ran into this problem. You instincts are EXCELLENT! Two weeks will not tell ... | |
| hello | 5/16/2009 |
| Q: I hope you can answer me here, because I need help, and some questions are to clarify what you have ... A: Rebby, you need a good diagnosis. All of this discussion really has no meaning until you REALLY know ... | |
| spreading of infection | 5/16/2009 |
| Q: Backlund, I came back from the dental office this morning, and my dentist just informed me that I ... A: I'm sorry to hear you're going through this. When you have an abscessed tooth, it DOES NOT spread to ... | |
| infection from braces? and retainers | 5/16/2009 |
| Q: Backlund, Hi, how are you? I don't know if you know any information on this, but since you know ... A: I'm starting to repeat myself, but I'll give it one more try... I have an inflamed tooth according ... | |
| Failed root canals | 5/15/2009 |
| Q: I have had two RC's on the same tooth (part of a 3 tooth bridge). The first treatment was 4-5 years ... A: I'm sorry you're going through all this. In my opinion, when a root canal fails, you have 3 ... | |
| infection perhaps? | 5/15/2009 |
| Q: How are you, Dr. Backlund? I read your description that you are an endodontist, which is a root ... A: That really is a lot of questions, so I'll answer them briefly. If you want more info, I would ... | |
| root canal and cracks | 5/15/2009 |
| Q: hey Doc! How are you doing today? hope all is well. I'm curious of something concerning root ... A: Do cracks underneath a filling be able to be detected by the naked eye by a dentist? Or does the ... | |
| infection from braces? and retainers | 5/15/2009 |
| Q: Backlund, Hi, how are you? I don't know if you know any information on this, but since you know ... A: To clarify, here is an example. The retainer is put on the teeth to retain, but some people don't ... | |
| Broken drill bit in tooth (root canal) | 5/14/2009 |
| Q: Good Day, two days ago while finishing a root canal, my dentist broke off a drill bit in the tooth ... A: I'm sorry you had this happen. Unfortunately, it is one of the problems that can happen when doing ... | |
| infection from braces? and retainers | 5/14/2009 |
| Q: Backlund, Hi, how are you? I don't know if you know any information on this, but since you know ... A: You raise some interesting points...I'm sorry you're going through all this! Orthodontic movement ... | |
| root canal and cracks | 5/14/2009 |
| Q: hey Doc! How are you doing today? hope all is well. I'm curious of something concerning root ... A: The filling material used in root canals will NOT cause the tooth to be sensitive. The actual ... | |
| infection perhaps? | 5/14/2009 |
| Q: How are you, Dr. Backlund? I read your description that you are an endodontist, which is a root ... A: You raise a number of issues here. Rather than trying to answer each part of your question, let me ... | |
| infection | 5/14/2009 |
| Q: My dentist told me that I may have a small infection on one of my teeth, but then it is not clear. ... A: Sorry, Lawry, I did mean cannot. Since there is no nerve in the tooth, it can't feel sensations from ... | |
| infection | 5/13/2009 |
| Q: My dentist told me that I may have a small infection on one of my teeth, but then it is not clear. ... A: Here we go: If a root canalled tooth actually feels pain from certain foods touching the tooth, ... | |
| infection | 5/13/2009 |
| Q: My dentist told me that I may have a small infection on one of my teeth, but then it is not clear. ... A: I'll try to answer as best I can. Hope this helps.... My dentist told me that I may have a small ... | |
| Root canal determination, would like a second point of view. | 5/13/2009 |
| Q: I just got back from seeing my dentist today for what I thought was going to be a routine filling to ... A: I'm sorry you're going through all this. First, it never hurts to get a 2nd opinion. The fact that ... | |
| numbness after root canal | 5/12/2009 |
| Q: I had a root canal(#30) in Oct 2008. I had swelling and infection 5 days later that required a ct ... A: I'm sorry you're going through all this. It can take a long time for nerve damage to repair. The bad ... | |
| amoxicillin | 5/11/2009 |
| Q: I briefly posted to you earlier, and I know you said you don't know about the amoxicillin, but I do ... A: I'll try to answer your questions as best I can. However, I want to make sure you understand what I ... | |
| Tooth | 5/11/2009 |
| Q: it all started back in 2006, tooth 31, was really bothering me, this was a root canal tooth from ... A: I'm sorry to hear you've been through all this....must be really trying on you. I guess I would ... | |
| Infection on Bone | 5/11/2009 |
| Q: Backlund, I see that you are an endodontist which is perfect, because you may know this. I had a ... A: No, what you are going through is not normal, but it does happen. It's one of the reasons root ... | |
| Infection on Bone | 5/10/2009 |
| Q: Backlund, I see that you are an endodontist which is perfect, because you may know this. I had a ... A: I'm sorry to hear you're going through this. Unfortunately, this can happen. The reason is that the ... | |
| x-ray question | 5/10/2009 |
| Q: Please see the following question and reply. Dr. Finnk is now on vacation and I have a few more ... A: An abscessed tooth results when the nerve dies in the tooth. Until there is loss of bone at the end ... | |
| Subcutaneous Emphysema | 5/9/2009 |
| Q: I recently had dental work done for 2 upper teeth, right and left side. Once the work was completed ... A: I'm sorry to hear about your experience. Assuming the diagnosis was correct, there really should be ... | |
| CRACKS | 5/9/2009 |
| Q: Gary Backlund, Hi, I'm Susie, and I would like to ask you a question regarding the pain that I ... A: The only way a crack could make the fibers and nerves hurt would be if you bite into something and ... | |
| Root canals and MRI's | 5/9/2009 |
| Q: I recently had a brain MRI because of possible seizures. When they asked me if I had any metal in ... A: Since I don't know for sure what kind of root canal filling material was used on your root canal, I ... | |
| CRACKS | 5/8/2009 |
| Q: Gary Backlund, Hi, I'm Susie, and I would like to ask you a question regarding the pain that I ... A: Susie. Your symptoms pretty much rule out other teeth, which is what I wanted to do. What you ... | |
| stain after rc | 5/6/2009 |
| Q: Hey Doctor Backlund, I wanted to ask you a question about a recent root canal procedure that I just ... A: What I am saying is I don't know where the gray is coming from. I have no idea what is REALLY inside ... | |
| FILLINGS | 5/6/2009 |
| Q: Hey Dr. Gary Backlund, How are you today? 1. I just wanted to know when a patient has a root ... A: I'll try to answer your questions, but some of the answers are not black and white. If you have ... | |
| abcess below 6 yr old root canal | 5/6/2009 |
| Q: When I went for my cleaning 2 months back, I was told that they saw a shadow below a molar in which ... A: I'm sorry to hear you're going through all this. When you have a bone graft, uit takes time for the ... | |
| stain after rc | 5/6/2009 |
| Q: Hey Doctor Backlund, I wanted to ask you a question about a recent root canal procedure that I just ... A: Yes, a leaky filling could allow "stuff" to get inside the tooth, but since this was recently done, ... | |
| Root Canal Pain (intermittent) | 5/5/2009 |
| Q: In 2002 I had a root canal on top molar #3 as a result of much pain in that area after having a ... A: I'm sorry you're going through all this. You're right, I can't diagnosis your situation with ... | |
| Root canal and crowns | 5/5/2009 |
| Q: I had a root canal done two weeks ago, but before the root canal I had ZERO pain. Is this normal to ... A: Pain is not necessarily a determining factor in needing a root canal. Abscesses can develop due to ... | |
| stain after rc | 5/5/2009 |
| Q: Hey Doctor Backlund, I wanted to ask you a question about a recent root canal procedure that I just ... A: If the tooth did have internal bleeding, that certainly could cause the tooth to develop a gray ... | |
| teeth decay | 5/4/2009 |
| Q: I have really large fillings on my big molars, top and bottom. I really do not want to get root ... A: You are on the right track! To avoid root canals, you need to prevent decay and fillings. ... | |
| Root canal, antibiotics | 5/4/2009 |
| Q: I am due to have a root canal on one of my top front incisor teeth, next to my central incisor (on ... A: Actually, it doesn't make much difference. This is really a question of style and preference rather ... | |
| Tooth Pain | 4/27/2009 |
| Q: I had a root canal done on my front tooth about 40 yrs. ago. It has now got infected, and a pus ... A: I'm sorry your having this problem. Since I can't exam you, I can't say for sure, but it certainly ... | |
| root canal | 4/27/2009 |
| Q: Dr. Gary Backlund, Greetings, I have a couple of general questions regarding root canals, since ... A: Here we go..... 1. If there is a missed canal, like my son's dentist said, how is the doctor able ... | |
| root canal | 4/27/2009 |
| Q: Dr. Gary Backlund, Greetings, I have a couple of general questions regarding root canals, since ... A: You raise a number of issues here. Let me try to explain. First, infection and inflammation are two ... | |
| Root Canal | 4/26/2009 |
| Q: I went to an endodontic specialists a 11 days ago and had to go back to get the temp filling out and ... A: Sometimes, we use some pretty strong medications inside the tooth. If the temporary filling has ... | |
| Root Canal 2 Months Old Tooth Still Hurts To Touch | 4/24/2009 |
| Q: I had a root canal done 2 months ago. The procedure was done in about 4 visits. Prior to the ... A: I'm sorry you're having this problem. If I were you, at this point I would ask for a referral to an ... | |
| root reasorption | 4/23/2009 |
| Q: I recently had a root canal done on tooth #13 while the dentist was taken X-rays she saw a shadow on ... A: I'm sorry your faced with this problem. Let me give you the short story on resorption. There are two ... | |
| Non-stop pain after root canal plus sickness | 4/23/2009 |
| Q: Well, I had a root canal done on Monday (today is Wednesday) and I immediately felt relief, until ... A: I'm sorry you're going through all this. NO, this is not normal. I suspect you have an infection and ... | |
| worried | 4/22/2009 |
| Q: three weeks ago me dentist,put a crown, on of my tooth that was already filled, and didnt perform ... A: I'm sorry you're going thorough all this. It is easy to drill through the metal of your crown, but ... | |
| Painful Tooth | 4/22/2009 |
| Q: I have had a root canal and a crown. Ever since this was done in 2006, from time to time I have ... A: I'm sorry to hear you're going through all this. While popcorn may have contributed to your problem, ... | |
| Root Canal | 4/21/2009 |
| Q: Gary Backlund, My name is Stephanie and I am 25 years old. I had my very first root canal a few ... A: First, since I can't exam you, I can only speak in generalities. If your symptoms don't fit the ... | |
| Root Canal | 4/20/2009 |
| Q: Backlund, I had a root canal performed on the furthest most back, lower molar, in October. I have ... A: Unfortunately, the only way to be certain would be to do a sensitivity test. However, it would be ... | |
| My Infection | 4/20/2009 |
| Q: How are you Dr. Backlund? I have a question regarding my infection on my front tooth. My front ... A: You would feel hot/cold sensations, achy pain. Possibly sore to bite. If it were severely inflamed ... | |
| My Infection | 4/20/2009 |
| Q: How are you Dr. Backlund? I have a question regarding my infection on my front tooth. My front ... A: I'm sorry you're going through all this. Let me try to help. First, if your tooth is cold ... | |
| bad filling/radiating pain | 4/19/2009 |
| Q: In Sept, I began having facial pain for a few weeks which caused me to see a gp and a dentist. It ... A: I'm sorry you're going through all this. It is not unusual for pain in one area to refer pain to ... | |
| calcified tooch and infection | 4/19/2009 |
| Q: Backlund, The filling dropped out of one of my tooth (#28) several years ago, and I left it ... A: I'm sorry you're going through all this. When a tooth calcifies, it closes down the root canal. ... | |
| sodium hypochlorite reaction | 4/19/2009 |
| Q: I had a root canal in my canine tooth a little over a week ago. My dentist told me he had some ... A: I'm sorry you had this happen. Unfortunately, this sometimes occurs...as you found out. To answer ... | |
| Fillings | 4/19/2009 |
| Q: I have been hearing that fillings inside a root canalled tooth that still feels pain can have a bad ... A: Hope these answers help.... So, if there is a leakage OR problem in filling, then we can't just ... | |
| Residual Sensitivity following root canal | 4/18/2009 |
| Q: Dr. Backlund: I had a root canal on an upper front tooth about 1 year ago, and it continues to be ... A: First, you need to keep checking ALL the teeth around there until you can duplicate your cold ... | |
| Fillings | 4/18/2009 |
| Q: I have been hearing that fillings inside a root canalled tooth that still feels pain can have a bad ... A: You raise a number of issues here. Let me try to help... Problems with root canals do not spread to ... | |
| Root Canal | 4/18/2009 |
| Q: Gary Backlund, My name is Stephanie and I am 25 years old. I had my very first root canal a few ... A: ...that helps. I suspect you have more than one problem going on here. I believe the root canal ... | |
| Root Canal | 4/17/2009 |
| Q: Gary Backlund, My name is Stephanie and I am 25 years old. I had my very first root canal a few ... A: Before I try to help, can you describe your pain? Hot, cold, day, night, sweets, do you grind or ... | |
| a temporary filling after root-canal, before crown | 4/17/2009 |
| Q: I've been reading through some of these questions and answers and couldn't find my specific problem. ... A: The critical thing with your temporary is to get it filled with something permanent before it starts ... | |
| Residual Sensitivity following root canal | 4/17/2009 |
| Q: Dr. Backlund: I had a root canal on an upper front tooth about 1 year ago, and it continues to be ... A: I'm sorry you're having this problem. I can't tell you for sure what is going on, but I can tell you ... | |
| Root Canal | 4/16/2009 |
| Q: I have had a root canal on a big molar and it has been having problems. There's sensations that I ... A: here you go.... Is the main concern of not doing anything about a root canalled tooth that is ... | |
| root canal | 4/16/2009 |
| Q: Backlund, I emailed a question a few days ago about tooth pain I was having. I have been back to ... A: What you are going through is NOT normal. We do have this type of post op problem and that's why ... | |
| Root Canal | 4/16/2009 |
| Q: I have had a root canal on a big molar and it has been having problems. There's sensations that I ... A: ...I'll try to address your concerns... 1. Well, sometimes if I leave it alone or I drink cold or ... | |
| Pain after apicoectomy | 4/14/2009 |
| Q: My problem is a little complicated. I have had three bouts with c diff. Each time, it occurred after ... A: You're more than welcome, but I didn't really help much I don't think. Maybe I can be more helpful ... | |
| Lump still after apicectomy | 4/13/2009 |
| Q: I have had an apicectomy done a year ago , I had a severe reaction to the surgery when my cheek ... A: I'm sorry to hear all this is going on. Since I can't examine you, I can't give you real specific ... | |
| Crown vs amalgam "cover" | 4/11/2009 |
| Q: A month ago I had a root canal on a back moler. Six days ago, a part of the tooth cracked and today, ... A: In my practice, we ALWAYS suggest to our referring dentists that a crown be placed on back teeth ... | |
| apicoectomy vs implant | 4/10/2009 |
| Q: Dr. Backlund, Many thanks for your prior response regarding my inquiry. I have attached the xray of ... A: There are a number of problems with that tooth. Any one of which could cause the tooth to be lost. ... | |
| Pain after apicoectomy | 4/8/2009 |
| Q: My problem is a little complicated. I have had three bouts with c diff. Each time, it occurred after ... A: I'm sorry you're going through all this. If you really want your tooth removed, then a referral from ... | |
| 2 root canals | 4/8/2009 |
| Q: Dr.Backlund, I have a 4 month long story. It started with a left ear pain (when I was biting). Have ... A: What I mean is to call specialists....not general dentists, because your right, they want you to ... | |
| my root canal | 4/8/2009 |
| Q: I just recently had a root canal, and I was wondering about something. The reason why I had my root ... A: You ask a great question and one I get all the time. Yes, having a root canal does make a tooth ... | |
| 2 root canals | 4/8/2009 |
| Q: Dr.Backlund, I have a 4 month long story. It started with a left ear pain (when I was biting). Have ... A: What you really need is a good general dentist you can trust to do what's necessary and nothing ... | |
| root canal or have tooth pulled? | 4/7/2009 |
| Q: Two teeth in my mouth, #18 and 19, have root canals which have "failed." I.e., there are ... A: I'm sorry you're faced with this dilemma. Let me start by saying ultimately, this is a VERY personal ... | |
| Painful to Pressure | 4/7/2009 |
| Q: Backlund, I have a question about a tooth that's bothering me. About a year ago on of my back molars ... A: Pain on release is almost 99% evidence for a crack. If it were my tooth, I would not wait. Waiting ... | |
| Painful to Pressure | 4/6/2009 |
| Q: Backlund, I have a question about a tooth that's bothering me. About a year ago on of my back molars ... A: Since I can't exam you, it's really hard for me to diagnosis your problem. That said, the symptoms ... | |
| How Long Can I Wait to get my Root Canal | 4/5/2009 |
| Q: I am a college student, and there is a dental school at my university. I went there for my initial ... A: I'm sorry to hear you're in this dilemma. Unfortunately, your question doesn't have an easy answer. ... | |
| Root canal swelling | 4/5/2009 |
| Q: Backlund, almost done, but I really need to ask 2 short questions. You said in your last message ... A: Sorry..I guess I'm not making myself very clear. The bone expands due to the pressure of the ... | |
| Teeth | 4/4/2009 |
| Q: Dr.Backlund, I have two questions A) Can a tooth die and B) I've heard an abcess can become serious, ... A: Yes, a tooth can die. That is when a root canal is needed. However, only the inside of the tooth ... | |
| 2 root canals | 4/3/2009 |
| Q: Dr.Backlund, I have a 4 month long story. It started with a left ear pain (when I was biting). Have ... A: I'm sorry to hear all this is going on. Unfortunately, since I can't exam you, I really can't help ... | |
| ROOT CANAL & ZOMETA | 4/3/2009 |
| Q: Follow-up to previousMy wife just had 3 root canals in lower right jaw to correct a massive ... A: I'm sorry to hear your poor wife is going through all this. This must be very frustrating for you ... | |
| Root canal swelling | 4/2/2009 |
| Q: Backlund, almost done, but I really need to ask 2 short questions. You said in your last message ... A: ..it makes this worthwhile. It's the only "pay" I get....:-).... The infection/abscess would have ... | |
| Antibiotics after root canal | 4/2/2009 |
| Q: I had root canal 4 wks ago due to abscess. I had small swelling under cheek bone before RC which got ... A: I'm glad you get some answers. What you were told is pretty much what I had said. The process has ... | |
| second root canal | 4/1/2009 |
| Q: when i was eight years old I broke my two front teeth. I had to see a root canal specialist. ... A: I'm so sorry you're having all this go on. It's hard for me to really answer your questions since I ... | |
| pain in filling | 4/1/2009 |
| Q: I had to have the last 3 teeth in the lower left side of my mouth refilled. This was last Thurs ... A: I'm sorry to hear you're going through all this. You raise a couple of issues, let me see if I can ... | |
| root canal | 3/31/2009 |
| Q: a few wks ago i had a root canal done and my nerve extracted on my front tooth and the tooth filed ... A: I'm sorry you're having this problem. While I can't say for sure, I suspect what your dentist is ... | |
| Root Canal Pain | 3/31/2009 |
| Q: I just had a root canal done yesterday on my # 14 molar. I have to go back to get my crown put on. ... A: I'm sorry you're having this problem. Usually, a root canal on one side does not make teeth on the ... | |
| Antibiotics after root canal | 3/30/2009 |
| Q: I had root canal 4 wks ago due to abscess. I had small swelling under cheek bone before RC which got ... A: The expansion of the bone is caused by the original pressure INSIDE the bone from the infection ... | |
| Antibiotics after root canal | 3/30/2009 |
| Q: I had root canal 4 wks ago due to abscess. I had small swelling under cheek bone before RC which got ... A: I'm sorry you're having this problem. To answer your question...it really depends on the type of ... | |
| root canals | 3/28/2009 |
| Q: I have some general questions in regards to root canals. I will number them to make it clear for ... A: Here we go..... 1. So after a root canal, when people start complaining about pain, they always say ... | |
| three crowns and lots of pain | 3/28/2009 |
| Q: About 1 1/2 years ago my dentist put three crowns on. Two on the lower right and one on lower left. ... A: Where you go for help is really up to you. If you like your dentist, then you need to be a bit ... | |
| root canals | 3/28/2009 |
| Q: I have some general questions in regards to root canals. I will number them to make it clear for ... A: I'll try to answer these well as I can...here we go.... 1. During a root canal, if all the nerves ... | |
| three crowns and lots of pain | 3/28/2009 |
| Q: About 1 1/2 years ago my dentist put three crowns on. Two on the lower right and one on lower left. ... A: I'm sorry you're going through all this. I agree, 1 1/2 years is WAY too long to be suffering. What ... | |
| root canal through a crown | 3/26/2009 |
| Q: I had my 2 front top teeth with root canal treatment. When i had to have it capped, my dentist ... A: Since I can't examine you, I don't know your situation exactly, but we routinely do root canals ... | |
| APICETOMY | 3/26/2009 |
| Q: About six years ago I had an apicetomy that failed. The surgeon that did the original operation ... A: If you are having that much pain, it can't be phantom pain. Either the root canal really isn't ... | |
| root canal issues | 3/26/2009 |
| Q: ...I had a root canal done on #3 about 2 years ago. It has never been right since the procedure was ... A: I'm sorry to hear you're having this problem. Yes, I would most definitely suggest you see an ... | |
| swollen lymph node after root canal retreatment | 3/25/2009 |
| Q: I had a root canal retreated almost two months ago. The original root canal was done about 4 and a ... A: Some overfilling of a root canal occurs often when we do root canals. That's why the filling ... | |
| endodonist | 3/24/2009 |
| Q: I went back to endodonist last week for follow up, he now wants me to see an oral surgeon because ... A: There are really only two other options. One would be to retreat the root canal and the other would ... | |
| Temperature sensitivity after rct | 3/24/2009 |
| Q: I had a root canal yesterday and had expected that I wouldn't feel any pain in that tooth anymore, ... A: I'm sorry this is all going on. I think you are right on! Once a root canal is done, there is no ... | |
| sinus condition | 3/24/2009 |
| Q: Approx. one year ago my dentist did a root canal along with a post and partial cap of one tooth. ... A: I'm sorry you're going through all this. Yes, it is possible that your teeth could be causing your ... | |
| can't have epinephrine | 3/23/2009 |
| Q: I have been taking an MAO Inhibitor for over 25 years and cannot have much epinephrine. The dental ... A: There are a number of different concentrations of epinephrine used in dentistry, including some that ... | |
| Ehlers Danlos Syndrome and dental issues | 3/23/2009 |
| Q: Hey there - me again. Thank you very much for your very timely answer. I'd like to follow up with ... A: Actually, I had already "Googled" EDS to learn more about it. It is rare and I don't remember ever ... | |
| swollen lymph node after root canal retreatment | 3/23/2009 |
| Q: I had a root canal retreated almost two months ago. The original root canal was done about 4 and a ... A: I'm sorry you're having trouble. No, a swollen lymph node 2 months later is not normal following ... | |
| Root Canal | 3/22/2009 |
| Q: I have been experiencing some growing dull pain from one of my top front teeth. I recently had a ... A: I'm sorry to hear this is going on. It's hard for me to really help without being able to exam you, ... | |
| Root canal filling extends outside root | 3/21/2009 |
| Q: I just had a root canal done and before the dentist put the final filling in, he showed me an x-ray ... A: I'm sorry you're going through this...hopefully I can help. Most filling material we use today to do ... | |
| condensing osteitis | 3/20/2009 |
| Q: backlund 8 months ago i experienced a severe sudden onset of pain in my lower right molars. the ... A: I'm sorry you're having all this going on. You ask some great questions, some I can't even ... | |
| Heat reaction to a tooth | 3/19/2009 |
| Q: I had a crown on a tooth (had root canal) maybe 7 years ago. Not always but recently hot food or ... A: I'm sorry you're having this trouble, especially right before vacation! I'm afraid I have some bad ... | |
| tooth pain | 3/18/2009 |
| Q: I had a crown prep 12 days ago on a upper first molar that had symptoms of a cracked tooth and a ... A: When a tooth has become extremely irritated on the inside, we call that hyperemic. What that means ... | |
| tooth pain | 3/17/2009 |
| Q: I had a crown prep 12 days ago on a upper first molar that had symptoms of a cracked tooth and a ... A: I'm sorry you're having all this go on. You ask great questions, but they don't have easy ... | |
| root canal | 3/17/2009 |
| Q: How long does it take a root canal treatment for an abcess to completely heal? A: We recall all our patients at 6 months to evaluate healing. Complete healing depends on the size of ... | |
| dentinal sensitivity | 3/16/2009 |
| Q: Sir, I would like to know if it is possible for a non-vital tooth to have dentinal sensitivity. ... A: If by dentinal sensitivity you mean hot, cold and pain from INSIDE the tooth, like decay, the answer ... | |
| pain under chin | 3/16/2009 |
| Q: I have had 2 root canals done (by the same dentist). One in 2000 and one in 2004. The first 1 ... A: I'm sorry to hear all this is going on. I really doubt your symptoms are related to your tooth ... | |
| crown over root canal work | 3/14/2009 |
| Q: I had root canal treatment one year ago.The tooth has not given me trouble since.The treatment was ... A: Actually, there should be no problem replacing the crown. Our dentists that refer to us do it all ... | |
| root canal | 3/14/2009 |
| Q: my 13 year old daughter has pain and needs a root canal in one of rear molars. My insurance covers ... A: I'm sorry to hear your daughter is going through all this. The situation with crowns on root canals ... | |
| root canal issue | 3/14/2009 |
| Q: I had a root canal 2 years ago in #30 tooth and the following week #31. Due to deep cavities. ... A: I'm sorry you're going through all this. The only effect all this should have is a local reaction, ... | |
| Continuing issues after root canal | 3/13/2009 |
| Q: Backlund, I have been having an ordeal with tooth #14 (2nd to last upper back molar) for the past 6 ... A: Well, sounds like at least you're getting some action. What your endodontist is not unreasonable. ... | |
| root canal pain | 3/13/2009 |
| Q: THAT WAS INFECTED AND BROKEN OFF I HAD A PARTIAL ROOT CANAL. THE PAIN ACTUALLY STARTED ON A TUESDAY ... A: I'm really sorry to hear you are going through all this. I suspect your pain is coming from all the ... | |
| Crown over Root Canal | 3/12/2009 |
| Q: I recently had a root canal done on my upper left rear molar. In addition, the tooth directly below ... A: It sounds like you are getting excellent advice. The primary reason we suggest crowns on back teeth ... | |
| Post Root Canal Pain | 3/12/2009 |
| Q: In November of 2008 I had a crown placed on my lower left back molar, next to where my wisdom tooth ... A: I'm sorry to hear you're going through all this. Unfortunately, X-rays don't don't show soft tissue ... | |
| novocaine - root canal | 3/12/2009 |
| Q: When receiving a root canal, I was given novocaine, which immediately made my chin feel as if it was ... A: I'm sorry this is going on. I assume from what you are saying that it is a lower tooth. If that's ... | |
| Continuing issues after root canal | 3/12/2009 |
| Q: Backlund, I have been having an ordeal with tooth #14 (2nd to last upper back molar) for the past 6 ... A: I'm sorry to hear you have gone through all this. You must really be frustrated and I don't blame ... | |
| Retreated Rootcanal | 3/11/2009 |
| Q: Backlund I'm an anesthesiologist who had a recent retreatment of #30 through a gold crown by an ... A: I'm sorry you're going through all this. No wonder you're frustrated! Let me see if I can help ... | |
| Pain after root canal | 3/9/2009 |
| Q: Dr. Backlund, I had a root canal and then one week later had it crowned(actually part of a bridge). ... A: I'm sorry you're going through all this. Let me answer your questions first.....when a root canal ... | |
| RCT on Tooth #3 - Core Build Up or Crown? | 3/9/2009 |
| Q: I had rct therapy on tooth #3. My dentist states that since my tooth is "dead", she's not going to ... A: When a root canal is done, the nerve is removed from inside the tooth...that's the sensitive part of ... | |
| root canal results | 3/7/2009 |
| Q: I had a root canal in the #12 tooth which was also loosened by infection. Will the root canal and ... A: Sorry about the first time, I hit the wrong "button"....:-(.. To answer your question, if the tooth ... | |
| Fistula over third molar after root canal on 2nd molar | 3/7/2009 |
| Q: Approximately 6 weeks ago, I had a root canal performed on my right second molar. About ten days ... A: I'm sorry to hear you're going through this. When a tooth drains via a fistula, the drainage goes ... | |
| Crowns | 3/6/2009 |
| Q: Is a crown REALLY necessary after a root canal, or is it more of a money thing? I know I can get an ... A: Tooth #12 is a premolar. Premolars are especially susceptible to fracture because of the way they ... | |
| Superglue? | 3/6/2009 |
| Q: Help please - Can I use superglue to fix a cap that fell out? I live on a small island that doesn't ... A: Wow...that is a tough spot to be in. Super glue won't hurt you. The only problem I foresee is being ... | |
| Sensitivity due to implant trauma | 3/5/2009 |
| Q: A couple of weeks ago I had implant surgery on two adjacent teeth. ( bottom right - 2nd and 3rd ... A: I'm sorry to hear you're having this problem. There really isn't anything you can do to help matters ... | |
| Crowns | 3/5/2009 |
| Q: Is a crown REALLY necessary after a root canal, or is it more of a money thing? I know I can get an ... A: You ask a GREAT question and one I'm asked daily...here's the scoop. After a root canal is done, the ... | |
| Crown and post keep coming out | 3/4/2009 |
| Q: Doctor: I'm 52 with many crowns, most with posts. I've had a reoccurring problem with tooth 28 ... A: I'm sorry to hear you're having this problem. It would be highly unlikely any medication you are ... | |
| Root Canal Treatment | 3/4/2009 |
| Q: Jay gain ,my did my Root Canal Treatment on Last Tuesday, my dentist did root canal treatment and ... A: I'm gal to hear you're doing well. In most cases, doing the root canal will allow the body to heal ... | |
| Second Question | 3/3/2009 |
| Q: It is really much appreciated. The other question is how much time do I have to get it taken care ... A: This really depends on how much tooth & temporary are left. The critical thing is to keep the root ... | |
| Trying Again | 3/3/2009 |
| Q: Two questions: Is it likely I really needed a root canal given the no pain, and no signs on the ... A: Unfortunately, without being able to exam you, there is no way for me to know whether you really ... | |
| Root Canal Extraction | 3/2/2009 |
| Q: After a thorough root canal 15 years ago, an absess begins just two weeks ago and was treated with ... A: There are many reasons why root canals fail, even after this long period. The most common is leakage ... | |
| root canal hell | 3/2/2009 |
| Q: I had a root canal on Tuesday 2ndary to a molar breaking. I woke the next day in excrutiating pain. ... A: I'm sorry you are going through all this. My all means call again! What you are going through is not ... | |
| root canal | 3/2/2009 |
| Q: I had a root canal on one of my top front teeth last year; I am in my early 20s, so this has been ... A: I'm sorry to hear you have gone through all this. Unfortunately, without being able to exam you and ... | |
| Lip and Chin Still Numb after Root Canal | 3/1/2009 |
| Q: I had a root canal 3 days ago on left lower molar (last one on that side) and my lip and chin on ... A: If it is damage to the nerve, it will not have been severed...just injured. 99.9% of these ... | |
| Lip and Chin Still Numb after Root Canal | 3/1/2009 |
| Q: I had a root canal 3 days ago on left lower molar (last one on that side) and my lip and chin on ... A: I'm sorry to hear all this is going on. Since I can't examine you or know exactly what happened ... | |
| apicectomy vs. extraction | 3/1/2009 |
| Q: I had a root canal about 18 months ago. After the procedure I had to take antibiotics for possible ... A: The reason I say this is that I firmly believe nothing is better than your natural teeth. Anytime ... | |
| Root Canal Treatment | 3/1/2009 |
| Q: I had pain on my upper tooth,i got first time pain on july- 2008 and it lots of water secretion from ... A: I'm sorry to hear all this is going on. The swelling on the gum is a result of the infection. Once ... | |
| Root Canal with no tooth pain beforehand? | 3/1/2009 |
| Q: I went to the dentist to day and they told me that I have to get a root canal. My tooth has not ... A: I'm sorry you're going through all this. In most cases, where there is a sinus tract like you have, ... | |
| pain after retreatment of a root canal | 2/28/2009 |
| Q: The endodontist said that there was a lesion beneath the root. He said one side healed and one did ... A: I'm sorry to hear all this is going on. You raise a number of issues...let me see if I can help ... | |
| apicectomy vs. extraction | 2/28/2009 |
| Q: I had a root canal about 18 months ago. After the procedure I had to take antibiotics for possible ... A: I'm sorry to hear you're going through all this. It sounds like you have been given good information ... | |
| apioaectomy | 2/26/2009 |
| Q: .thanx in advance for answering this if you can. basically, i have bben told i may have to have an ... A: I'm sorry to hear all this is going on. Basically, when we do an apicoectomy, we make a small ... | |
| Root canal | 2/25/2009 |
| Q: I have a quick question. Back in 11/08, my general dentist suggested that I get a crown done over ... A: Your hot/cold sensitivity was probably due to the crack. The only options would be to do the root ... | |
| Root canal | 2/25/2009 |
| Q: How can confirm root canaling was done or not? Due to tooth ache I had to remove my bridge. It had ... A: The easiest way is with an Xray. If a root canal was done, there will be "white" spaces down the ... | |
| tooth under the crown after the root canal | 2/25/2009 |
| Q: I had a crown put on a tooth (lower molar) where filling had cracked. 2mo after that I started ... A: I'm sorry you're having problems with this tooth. When a root canal is done and it is successful, ... | |
| Pain after root canal | 2/24/2009 |
| Q: I am trying to understand my tooth (#19). And to the extent that is impossible I want to thoroughly ... A: Let me see if I can help you here... 1. It seems from the article I read ... | |
| Root canal | 2/24/2009 |
| Q: I have a quick question. Back in 11/08, my general dentist suggested that I get a crown done over ... A: I'm sorry this is all going on. Cracked teeth are probably the hardest things we have to treat and ... | |
| Bone infection/root canals and pain | 2/24/2009 |
| Q: What appeared to be a pimple on my chin, turned out to be an infection in my jaw bone and it was ... A: I'm sorry you're going through all this. Obviously, since I can't examine you I can't help with why ... | |
| Pain after root canal | 2/23/2009 |
| Q: I am trying to understand my tooth (#19). And to the extent that is impossible I want to thoroughly ... A: I'm sorry to hear all this has gone on. You have really been through it! In situations like yours, ... | |
| Problems that began with cavity to root canal. | 2/23/2009 |
| Q: I made the mistake of letting a cavity go without going to the dentist. I let it sit for over a year ... A: I'm sorry all this is going on. When a tooth has bad decay and is broken, it can be difficult to ... | |
| Apicoectomy | 2/22/2009 |
| Q: I had an apicoectomy two years ago. It failed one year later. Went to new endodontis who did a ... A: Ever time we treat a tooth over again, no matter what the procedure, the chances of success ... | |
| recurring gum abscess after root canal | 2/22/2009 |
| Q: I appreciate your vast amount of knowledge and expertise. I have a molar - bottom right, second ... A: I'm sorry to hear you have had all this trouble with that tooth. That can be really frustrating! ... | |
| jaw throbbing | 2/22/2009 |
| Q: I have been getting pain in my jaw for a week now and its getting worse. It doesn't seen to be from ... A: Sorry to hear your going through all this. It's a tough call where to start, but I think I would see ... | |
| Longevity and side effects of root canal and capping of teeth | 2/21/2009 |
| Q: What are the side effects of capping done after root canal? how long will the capping persist? A: Actually, there are no side effects of capping a tooth after a root canal that are anymore than a ... | |
| wisdom tooth and 2nd molar removal | 1/20/2009 |
| Q: I am having my 4 wisdom teeth removed and the two bottom wisdom teeth have effected my 2nd molars ... A: Basically, the only concern will be decreased chewing efficiency. When you lose the 2nd molars, the ... | |
| loss of root canal | 1/19/2009 |
| Q: what is the procedure when you loose a crown on a root canal is their a process of removing the ... A: When a crown comes off a root canal, it is usually possible to create some sort of temporary using ... | |
| Root Canal - INFECTION | 1/19/2009 |
| Q: I had a root canal done on an eye tooth over a year ago and now have an infection that developed 3 ... A: It's really hard for me to help here since I can't examine you. However, it sounds like things just ... | |
| Infection around a root that had a root canal | 1/19/2009 |
| Q: On January 10, 2009, I had a small bump on my upper right gum above the second tooth from the back. ... A: Actually, an abscessed tooth is where the nerve and blood supply have died. You can have a sterile ... | |
| Infection around a root that had a root canal | 1/19/2009 |
| Q: On January 10, 2009, I had a small bump on my upper right gum above the second tooth from the back. ... A: I'm sorry you have gone through all this...especially during the holidays! It is highly unlikely ... | |
| File Broken Off in Tooth During Root Canal Procedure | 1/17/2009 |
| Q: Had root canal done on #18 tooth after my dentist could not give me a crown because my tooth was ... A: I'm sorry all this is going on. At this point, there really is nothing to worry about with the file ... | |
| root canal | 1/17/2009 |
| Q: Backluund I am sorry you didn't understand my question perhaps I was to long in telling the ... A: No problem...thanks for the clarification!You ask good questions, but neither has an easy answer. ... | |
| root canal | 1/16/2009 |
| Q: .almost a week ago i underwent a reconstruction of a molar..i had a large and deep cavity in between ... A: When a tooth is worked on, especially a deep one like yours, it is frequent that the nerve & blood ... | |
| Second attempt at a root canal | 1/16/2009 |
| Q: Had a root canal in april 2008 on a tooth that already had a crown. When the endodontist started the ... A: I'm sorry to hear all this is going on. You ask a great question and it doesn't have an easy answer. ... | |
| increasing pain after root canals | 1/16/2009 |
| Q: Im currently deployed to iraq, and an old injury from 6 months ago (i got hit in the face with a ... A: First, thank you for your service. We all appreciate what you are doing and support our troops, even ... | |
| Cracked Tooth | 1/16/2009 |
| Q: I had a root canal and crown placed on my bottom right molar (3rh from eye tooth) about 6 months ... A: I apologize for "missing" the fact this tooth has had a root canal and I am not really suggesting ... | |
| Cracked Tooth | 1/15/2009 |
| Q: I had a root canal and crown placed on my bottom right molar (3rh from eye tooth) about 6 months ... A: There are a number of reasons a tooth can be sore to biting after a crown. One of them is the ... | |
| Hot and cold sensation. | 1/15/2009 |
| Q: I had a tooth RC and followed by crown in 2005. Jan 2009 I went to a dentist with a broken tooth ... A: I'm sorry to hear you're having problems. Your temperature sensations are coming from someplace ... | |
| Part of root canal done.In terrible pain! | 1/15/2009 |
| Q: Okay,this all started a few weeks before Christmas.My upper tooth on the left side second from the ... A: I'm REALLY sorry you are going trough all this. I can certainly understand your fears and concerns. ... | |
| Teeth decay | 1/14/2009 |
| Q: Please, how can I manage my teeth decay and avoid the spread? A: The absolute best way to control decay is with daily, EFFECTIVE, brushing and flossing and watching ... | |
| root canal needle in canal | 1/14/2009 |
| Q: After a root canal treatment, the dentist told me the instrument broke at the end of the treatment ... A: I'm sorry to hear you had this happen. Unfortunately, it is a pretty common occurrence when doing ... | |
| severe pain after root canal | 1/13/2009 |
| Q: Please excuse me, my first question to you was written in a haze of pain, and now I realize...I sent ... A: I'm sorry you're going through all this. There are many reasons you could be having this pain. It's ... | |
| cleft babys | 1/13/2009 |
| Q: I have a one year old son who was born with a cleft lip and palate. He has had reconstructive ... A: I think you are very thoughtful and considerate to ask this question. I would advise you to see a ... | |
| my tooth!! | 1/12/2009 |
| Q: so within the last two months i have woken up with a toothache and my back gum and been extremely ... A: I'm sorry you're going through all this. It sounds like you have an infection going on. ... | |
| Root canal/crown | 1/12/2009 |
| Q: I had a root canal two days ago. A piece of my tooth fell out today and now my gum hurts. Is that ... A: It sounds like either a piece of filling or a piece of tooth has broken off. Unfortunately, this ... | |
| second root canal or apico | 1/11/2009 |
| Q: I had a root canal 7 years ago on one of my upper tooth (no.3, canine I believe). 2 years ago there ... A: Sorry to hear you're facing this problem. Let me try to answer your question, but a little ... | |
| Pain after filling..a new query | 1/11/2009 |
| Q: I understand its difficult for you to give me advice without having a look. I was just wondering if ... A: These questions I can answer....:-)... Decreasing pain can either mean things are healing or the ... | |
| How Common is a Bottom Second Molar with Just One Root? | 1/9/2009 |
| Q: I have just been through a painful ordeal with an abscess tooth and root canal. About a month ago, ... A: I'm sorry you are going through all this. Your dentist is right, this is pretty unusual. I only see ... | |
| Roots Disappearing | 1/8/2009 |
| Q: Four years ago, I had braces, which significantly shifted my teeth in all sorts of directions to ... A: Unfortunately, since I can't exam you, it's hard for me to give you good advice about your specific ... | |
| Infant root canal | 1/7/2009 |
| Q: My girl is 3 years old and the dentist recently advised that she may need root canal on her 3 front ... A: My best advice to you would be to find a good children's dentist..a pedodontist..and let him/her ... | |
| Nickel allergy | 1/6/2009 |
| Q: I have a 16 year old daughter who a few years ago developed at lot of problems with her teeth ... A: I'm sorry to hear your daughter is going through all this. It is highly unlikely her rash is related ... | |
| Infant root canal | 1/6/2009 |
| Q: My girl is 3 years old and the dentist recently advised that she may need root canal on her 3 front ... A: Actually, that is the best thing for her permanent teeth. It will eliminate infection which can ... | |
| Pain after root canal | 1/6/2009 |
| Q: Dr. Backlund Let me start from the beginning. I had an MOL composite done on #2 two months ago ... A: I'm sorry to hear you're going through all this. What you are feeling is not unusual. There are many ... | |
| Root Canal | 1/5/2009 |
| Q: I went for a checkup last Feb 2008. My dentist gave the ok, but advised me to start replacing my old ... A: I'm sorry to hear you're going through all this! You raise a couple of issues...first, your dentist ... | |
| root canal | 1/4/2009 |
| Q: was at the dentist 1 week ago to have a filling replaced in my back molar tooth. the filling had ... A: I'm sorry you had to go through all that. First, since I can't exam you, it's hard for me to give ... | |
| Root canal | 1/4/2009 |
| Q: I have just seen an endodontist about a painful tooth #31. No response to tapping and cold tests. ... A: I'm sorry to hear you're going through this. To answer your questions, the primary reason we do root ... | |
| Root Canal Infection | 1/4/2009 |
| Q: A few months ago I had a root infection and an abscess for which my dentist referred me to an ... A: I'm sorry all this is going on. I can certainly understand your concern. In most cases, once the ... | |
| antibiotics | 1/3/2009 |
| Q: i've been on penicillin vk for 12 days , i got an abcess on a back molar on dec 21 and started ... A: You're welcome. Obviously, I can't diagnosis your problem without being able to exam you, but ... | |
| antibiotics | 1/3/2009 |
| Q: i've been on penicillin vk for 12 days , i got an abcess on a back molar on dec 21 and started ... A: I'm sorry to hear all this is going on. What you are describing could be a serious situation. DO NOT ... | |
| Post Root Canal | 1/1/2009 |
| Q: My husband had two root canals and 4 posts put in last Friday, 12/26, because his bottom bridge ... A: I'm sorry to hear your husband is going through all this. I would agree that what is going on is not ... | |
| tooth | 1/1/2009 |
| Q: half of my tooth is broken and i got a filling for it. However, the filling fell off, and the half ... A: Since I can't exam you, I really can't answer your question. You need to see a dentist, let him/her ... | |
| sensitivity 1 year after root canal and apicoectomy | 12/31/2008 |
| Q: I had a root canal 1 year ago and ended up having an apicoectomy afterward. I have noticed this ... A: I'm sorry you're having a problem again. Since I can't exam you, it's hard for me to say for sure, ... | |
| Root Canal - Possible Nerve Damage | 12/30/2008 |
| Q: I had a root canal done on 12/19/08 and when he injected the gum around the tooth a sharp ... A: I'm sorry to hear you're going through all this. Unfortunately, we do this this from time to time ... | |
| cracked tooth | 12/29/2008 |
| Q: Should a cracked tooth be repaired immediately? My husband's dentist has know about a cracked tooth ... A: I'm sorry to hear your husband may lose his tooth due to a crack. To answer your question, a cracked ... | |
| tooth color change years after root canal? | 12/29/2008 |
| Q: I have noticed that my upper right bicuspid is beginning to turn dark gray at the base. This tooth ... A: More than likely, your color change is due to staining inside the tooth due to the cement used for ... | |
| root canal | 12/29/2008 |
| Q: I know that you can not diagnose my problem but here goes..I went to the dentist because I chipped a ... A: I'm sorry you're going through all this. I can understand your concern. If I were you, I would ... | |
| tooth/jaw pain | 12/28/2008 |
| Q: My daughter - 22 yrs. old started out having tooth pain so we thought. She went to the dentist and ... A: I'm sorry your daughter is going through all this. I doubt there is any connection with her pain and ... | |
| Old Root Canal | 12/27/2008 |
| Q: Six years ago I had a root canal and crown on my upper third tooth from the back on my left. It has ... A: I'm sorry you are still having pain. You are very smart to want to resolve this before you get new ... | |
| upper back molar ..concerned about nerve dying | 12/26/2008 |
| Q: i have been going through a whole mouth makeover..11 implants,six bonegrafts,two root canals..the ... A: Before I try to answer, are you talking about extracting the last tooth and whether that should be ... | |
| terrified of root canal | 12/25/2008 |
| Q: I may need to get a root canal in the near future, and I am terrified (I've never had one before). ... A: I can certainly understand your concerns. I can't speak for all dentists, but in our office, we are ... | |
| Temporary crown fell out | 12/24/2008 |
| Q: My temporary crown fell out and a piece of it broke off. It still fits over the part of the tooth ... A: I'm sorry to hear you're having this problem during the holidays....bummer! The material you have ... | |
| root canals | 12/23/2008 |
| Q: calcified canals... whats the best on the market today?? using a rcprep right now and let it set for ... A: Actually, not much else. I don't find RC Prep left in the tooth to be very effective, although I ... | |
| dental abcess/ severe facial swelling | 12/23/2008 |
| Q: I started getting severe pain from what i suspected to be an abcess on friday night above a capped ... A: I'm sorry you're going through all this with the Holidays so near...bummer! No, what is happening ... | |
| broken tooth | 12/22/2008 |
| Q: my 10 year old son has just broken his two front teeth, a small pin prick of pulp was showing. We ... A: I'm so sorry to hear about your son's accident. There are a number of factors to consider when a ... | |
| root canals | 12/22/2008 |
| Q: How long can a 2nd root canal in the same tooth last? Does it have the same chance as a tooth that ... A: Actually that is a great question and one I get asked almost daily. The truth is, whenever there is ... | |
| Root canals and referred pain. | 12/21/2008 |
| Q: This is the short version of a long story. I've had a painful tooth (#3) for over a year. It has had ... A: I'm sorry you have been going through all this for so long.....that can become VERY frustrating. ... | |
| Follow up Root Canal Question | 12/21/2008 |
| Q: Backlund, Yesterday, I came over my dentist to get the referral to see an endodontist, and I had a ... A: While those X-rays may be helpful, what you really need are the X-rays from the first dentist who ... | |
| Tooth Decay | 12/21/2008 |
| Q: Backlund, I'd like to know if tooth decay or abscess can spread to another tooth? Thank you. A: No..they can't. Each tooth is independent of other teeth. Sometimes, decay can start between two ... | |
| Old root canal hurts up through face | 12/21/2008 |
| Q: I had a root canal a couple of years ago (tooth #12) and have had not problems with it since. Today ... A: I'm sorry this is going on...especially with the holidays upon us. Since I can't exam you, I can't ... | |
| fluid after root canal | 12/20/2008 |
| Q: I had a root canal 5 days ago (monday) on both of my front teeth. Was prescribed 500 mg of ... A: I'm SO sorry to hear all this is going on during your vacation and so far away from help. First, my ... | |
| Root Canal | 12/19/2008 |
| Q: Backlund, I had root canals on tooth 18 & 31 9 years ago. I never had any symptom since then. On ... A: In situations like this, we try to get some old X-rays of these teeth right around the time the root ... | |
| Terrible pain after root canal | 12/19/2008 |
| Q: About a year ago I was having terrible pain in one of my back right bottom molars, and of course, ... A: I'm sorry to hear you are going through all this! It sounds like the final treatment has caused your ... | |
| toothache on molar? | 12/18/2008 |
| Q: I had a question concerning one of my molars. A few years back, I had a tiny cavity on my back molar ... A: I'm sorry to hear you're having this problem. First, my disclaimer..:-)....since I can't exam you, I ... | |
| Root Canal | 12/17/2008 |
| Q: I had a root canal a few years back and think that the nerve above the eye tooth(which had the root ... A: I'm sorry to hear you're having problems. Your sinus actually is a bit farther back than the eye ... | |
| pain in tooth | 12/17/2008 |
| Q: I am wearing a parchial denture that has been made and it has been overextended so im having a new ... A: Sounds like things aren't going well. Your are right on....sounds like your pain could be either a ... | |
| root filling | 12/17/2008 |
| Q: i am so thankfully for this, I am 19 and have an absolute fear of tooth removal. I had an abscess ... A: I'm sorry to hear you're going through all this. Basically, when we do a root canal, we numb the ... | |
| Molar Tooth queries | 12/16/2008 |
| Q: Around a year ago I had emergency root canal surgery, with a temporary filling on an upper jaw molar ... A: Sorry to hear all this is going on. You have a couple of issues here. First, any hot & cold will be ... | |
| root canal of a front tooth | 12/14/2008 |
| Q: My 15 year old son had a blunt impact injury to his two upper front teeth during wrestling practice. ... A: I'm really sorry to hear this has happened to your son. Unfortunately, we see this a lot with kids, ... | |
| second molar extraction | 12/12/2008 |
| Q: All of my third molars were removed in my twenties. I am 45 now. Instead of having a root canal on ... A: The only problem with losing both teeth is your ability to chew. You won't really know until one is ... | |
| pulpotomy | 12/12/2008 |
| Q: how long does it take to recover from a pulpotomy? i had one on my lower back molar last week and it ... A: Actually, I'm a little mystified by the treatment you're getting. I really don't know what your ... | |
| root canals | 12/12/2008 |
| Q: Is a capped tooth more prone to needing a root canal in the future than an uncapped tooth? (In this ... A: You're right, Dan, it's usually the back molars because they are often tipped. However, if front ... | |
| root canals | 12/12/2008 |
| Q: Is a capped tooth more prone to needing a root canal in the future than an uncapped tooth? (In this ... A: The answer to both your questions is "yes".....anytime a tooth is worked on, there is a slight ... | |
| Root canal for cosmetic crowns | 12/11/2008 |
| Q: I'm 33 yrs male living in India. I've had a bad toothless smile since teenage due to deep bite ... A: I can understand your confusion. Unfortunately, since I can't exam you, there is no way for me to ... | |
| root canal | 12/11/2008 |
| Q: Regarding my last lower molar on my right side: About 15 years ago it was capped and 10 years ago it ... A: I'm sorry to hear this is going on. Pain is Nature's way of telling us something isn't right. Root ... | |
| lump on my gum | 12/11/2008 |
| Q: I had my tooth removed 3 weeks ago and now a red lump that bleeds is in the tooths place, it doesnt ... A: If you have white stuff coming out, that could be pus. If that's the case, you may have an ... | |
| Problems after Root Canal | 12/10/2008 |
| Q: I wonder if you can help. I had a root filling done about 5 months ago on an upper molar which had a ... A: Sorry...I hit the wrong button..... I'm sorry you're having this problem. Unfortunately, without ... | |
| pulpotomy | 12/10/2008 |
| Q: how long does it take to recover from a pulpotomy? i had one on my lower back molar last week and it ... A: I'm sorry to hear you're still having problems. Usually a pulpotomy makes things better pretty ... | |
| Root Canal on #15 | 12/9/2008 |
| Q: Gary Backlund, I'm a 28 year old female who recently got an HMO dental insurance plan through my ... A: WOW....you have a lot going on here. I can certainly understand your concerns. Some of your ... | |
| bridgtework - Wisdom tooth involved | 12/9/2008 |
| Q: I had a chewing tooth extracted on the right side between 2 other teethes (The tooth that was ... A: I'm sorry to hear all this is happening. The simple answer to your question is, yes. Anytime ... | |
| root canal retreatment following retreatment | 12/9/2008 |
| Q: I had a root canal on #19 about 17 years ago. I continued to experience pain and was told I was ... A: I'm sorry to hear all this is going on. You have a lot of issues here, but let me start with the big ... | |
| lump on my gum | 12/9/2008 |
| Q: I had my tooth removed 3 weeks ago and now a red lump that bleeds is in the tooths place, it doesnt ... A: It sounds like what you re describing is a blood clot that forms in the socket to allow healing to ... | |
| ROOT CANAL | 12/8/2008 |
| Q: I HAD ROOT CANAL 5 DAYS AGO AND AFTER 2 DAYS I FELT PAIN SHOOTING UP MY TOOTH EVERY TIME I TOOK A ... A: I'm sorry to hear all this is going on. On top of that, I have some bad news for you. The problem ... | |
| Root Canal Sensitivity | 12/7/2008 |
| Q: I had an infection in my front left tooth that was drained last Sunday and had a root canal on ... A: I'm sorry to hear all this is going on. On top of that, I have some bad news for you. The problem ... | |
| Root canal | 12/7/2008 |
| Q: I need a root canal and need to decide between two options: Option 1: An endodontist who has 30 ... A: The real issue of a microscope is seeing things that aren't visible to the naked eye....obviously. ... | |
| Root canal failure or nerve damage | 12/7/2008 |
| Q: One year ago I had a crown put on my lower back molar (right side). It became infected with an ... A: WOW...sounds like things are not going well at all! I agree, you can't go on like this. Pain is an ... | |
| Swollen Gum/Filling and Root Canal | 12/7/2008 |
| Q: I noticed that my gum was swollen on the side if my right molar. I visit the dentist regularly and ... A: I'm sorry to hear all this is going on. First, my disclaimer....since I can't examine you, it's ... | |
| Loss of gum tissue around bridge support | 12/7/2008 |
| Q: I'm writing about an upper incisor root that supports a fixed bridge spanning the gap of my missing ... A: I'm sorry to hear all this is happening. Yes, I think you need another opinion. It seems to me you ... | |
| Root canal | 12/6/2008 |
| Q: I need a root canal and need to decide between two options: Option 1: An endodontist who has 30 ... A: Your question is a good one and really doesn't have a black & white answer. Let me just give you a ... | |
| infected teeth roots under preexisting bridge | 11/21/2008 |
| Q: After getting xrays of the bridge on the lower right, last 3 teeth of jaw (middle tooth was a prior ... A: I'm sorry you're going through all this. I can understand your concern! leaving the roots untreated ... | |
| Endodontics | 11/21/2008 |
| Q: what effect does the intraoral & extraoral application of heat & cold have on an oral abscess. ... A: When dealing with a dental abscess, it is never a good idea to use cold in or out of the mouth. The ... | |
| Reabsorption | 11/21/2008 |
| Q: When I was 9 my #9 was knocked cleanly out of my mouth. It was placed back in where they performed ... A: I'm SO sorry to hear this going on. That can be a very traumatic thing to go through, especially at ... | |
| Dental Abcess/Cellulitis | 11/21/2008 |
| Q: I developed pain in my front right tooth last Friday and could not get into my dentist until Sunday ... A: I'm sorry to hear all this is going on. WOW...you have had a tough time. I don't blame you for being ... | |
| Molar pain...sinus infection, grinding teeth or infected tooth? | 11/20/2008 |
| Q: Last friday (today is 11/20/08) I started having an extremely bad ache in my jaw/teeth on the right ... A: WOW...sounds like you have a pretty complicated situation going on. Let me try to help and make some ... | |
| Root canal question | 11/19/2008 |
| Q: I have two questions. 1) How would you do a root canal on a tooth with a porcelain onlay on it? ... A: Actually, it could be done either way. Without being able to see your situation, I really can't tell ... | |
| Tooth ache post filling replacement | 11/19/2008 |
| Q: I went to my dentist for my annual check up. He replaced an old amalgam filling,telling me that it ... A: I'm sorry you are going through all this. Leaving the cracked filling would not be a good option. ... | |
| Apicoectomy then loose Crown | 11/18/2008 |
| Q: I had a root canal on my tooth (3rd from the back, lower right) about 9 years ago. In January this ... A: I'm sorry you're going through all this. It sounds like the bump is a result of a failure of the ... | |
| Root canal question | 11/18/2008 |
| Q: I have two questions. 1) How would you do a root canal on a tooth with a porcelain onlay on it? ... A: I'm sorry to hear you're going through all this! From what you describe, it sounds like you have ... | |
| Root canal therapy | 11/5/2008 |
| Q: I had root canal therapy on my tooth and the dentist left the root canal open with some sort of ... A: I'm sorry to hear you're having this experience. Since I can't examine you or know exactly what is ... | |
| trauma to 2 yr. old's primary teeth | 11/4/2008 |
| Q: 1 week ago my 2 year old hit his mouth on a step when he fell. We have been to the pediatric ... A: I'm sorry to hear about your 2 year old. These things are so traumatic...to the kids and parents ... | |
| Root canal | 11/4/2008 |
| Q: Backlund, I am 38 weeks pregnant and I have been suffering with a toothache over the weekend. I went ... A: I'm sorry to hear all this is going on so close to your delivery. I can certainly understand your ... | |
| gums | 11/3/2008 |
| Q: i had a root canal a few weeks later a lump pops up on my gums right next to the tooth that i had ... A: More than likely, the bump is an area where the abscess is draining. The fact that it is draining is ... | |
| At what point is root canal needed? | 11/2/2008 |
| Q: She was hit in the face and had her top front tooth pushed quite a ways back. We went to the ... A: You didn't wait too long!!! Usually we don't do anything for 7-10 days anyway, unless it is obvious ... | |
| Root canal pain | 11/2/2008 |
| Q: I had a root canal done on my front number 3 upper tooth a week ago and am still experiencing pain. ... A: I'm sorry to hear you're going through all this. Usually, when some material is pushed out the end ... | |
| Root Canal Worries | 11/2/2008 |
| Q: I recently had a root canal on tooth number 19. I was told it would take up to four visit to ... A: You ask great questions! It's hard for me to give you specific answers since I can't examine you, ... | |
| root canal and fever | 11/2/2008 |
| Q: I had a root canal done a week ago and two days after the root canal I started having a low grade ... A: I'm sorry to hear things aren't going well. There are a couple of issues here that maybe I can help ... | |
| At what point is root canal needed? | 11/1/2008 |
| Q: She was hit in the face and had her top front tooth pushed quite a ways back. We went to the ... A: I am SO sorry to hear your daughter has had this type of injury. It is really traumatic to ALL ... | |
| cracked tooth? | 11/1/2008 |
| Q: I've been having problems with my back molar ever since visiting the dentist 5 months ago. The ... A: I'm sorry to hear all this is going on. From what you tell me, I would also suspect a cracked tooth. ... | |
| Crown vs. Root Canal | 11/1/2008 |
| Q: My husband is very traumatized by having to go to the dentist. Unfortunately though, he grinds his ... A: I'm sorry to hear your husband is going through all this, especially when he hates going to the ... | |
| Post root canal experience | 10/31/2008 |
| Q: I had a root canal performed yesterday in a rush b/c the tooth began hurting, like a toothache the ... A: I'm sorry to hear you're going through all this. There are times, when a tooth is badly inflamed, ... | |
| root canal cauterization and the dental dam | 10/30/2008 |
| Q: During the procedure the doctor failed to use a dental dam or a tooth brace to isolate the tooth or ... A: I'm sorry to hear all this happened to your friend. Since I wasn't there nor can I hear the "other ... | |
| redoing root canals | 10/29/2008 |
| Q: My dentist suggested replacing a crown on a molar (#6) which had been made over 10 years ago. The ... A: I'm sorry to hear you're faced with this dilemma. Basically, the thing is this....anytime a new ... | |
| tooth abscesses | 10/27/2008 |
| Q: Different dentists and endodontists have disagreed on whether I should get RCT on an upper molar or ... A: I'm sorry to hear you're going through this dilemma. I'll try to answer your questions as best I ... | |
| root canal | 10/27/2008 |
| Q: I had a partial root canal (1 of the 3 nerves removed) and have a temporary in place 3 days ago. 3 ... A: I'm sorry you are experiencing this. We sometimes see this is our office. While I can't say for ... | |
| infection after root canal | 10/26/2008 |
| Q: I have had a sore on my gum for several months. I had a root canal nearby shortly before I noticed ... A: Normally, no treatment is needed. If what you have is a drain through the gum from your abscess, ... | |
| infection after root canal | 10/26/2008 |
| Q: I have had a sore on my gum for several months. I had a root canal nearby shortly before I noticed ... A: I'm sorry to hear you went through this infection situation. From what you describe, it sounds like ... | |
| root cana l treatment | 10/25/2008 |
| Q: i have 2 teeth at the bottom of my mouth that the dentist has\said have died. i clean my teeth ... A: I'm sorry to hear you need two root canals. There really are no systemic diseases that would only ... | |
| hole in gold crown in tooth that has a root canal | 10/24/2008 |
| Q: I have a worn gold crown (20yrs.probably)that now has a small hole in it. This occured about 7 weeks ... A: Good morning Stephanie, I can understand your concern, but I think it is highly unlikely you need ... | |
| Flair-ups after deep filling | 10/23/2008 |
| Q: After a deep filling in early August, I had a painful flair-up a few weeks later. The dentist said ... A: I'm sorry to hear your going through all this. What you are experiencing is NOT normal. ... | |
| Root canal temporary filling | 9/26/2008 |
| Q: I had a root canal done about 2 years ago. In the past month it has been sensitive to hot and cold. ... A: Since it's been four days...I thought it was two, sorry...then I would call your endodontist. The ... | |
| Crown vs. Root Canal | 9/26/2008 |
| Q: My dentist diagnosed me with needing a crown two years ago. I finally took care of it a month ago, ... A: I'm sorry to hear you have this going on. Unfortunately, there is really no way to diagnosis, in ... | |
| Root canal temporary filling | 9/26/2008 |
| Q: I had a root canal done about 2 years ago. In the past month it has been sensitive to hot and cold. ... A: You actually have two issues here. First, the clove taste is the liquid that is used to mix the ... | |
| Root Canal filling just disintagrated got it 4 hors ago | 9/25/2008 |
| Q: I'm half finished with a root canal. Part 1 was today. 3 hours after procedure, temp. filling just ... A: I'm sorry to hear you're going through this. Actually, now that the temporary is out, there really ... | |
| tooth nerve dyeing | 9/24/2008 |
| Q: My left back tooth has a deep filing. I am feeling aches and pain in my left side near my tooth and ... A: I'm sorry all this is going on. yes, eventually the pain will go away, but it will come back...and ... | |
| root canal | 9/23/2008 |
| Q: I fell mouth first into a metal handrail June 4, 2008. My chiped and cracked teeth (top 6 front and ... A: I'm sorry to hear that you had this accident. You have already been through a lot. Trauma to teeth ... | |
| Pain afer root canal | 9/23/2008 |
| Q: I had a root canal started on seven days ago. The pulp (nerve) was taken out, followed by temporary ... A: Since I can't examine you, it's hard for me to really help here. It does sound, though, like you may ... | |
| Post injection spasm | 9/22/2008 |
| Q: On 25th Aug. I visited a dentist for RCT and after having antibiotics till 29th I saw him again on ... A: I'm sorry you are going through all this. You have several issues involved here. First, since I ... | |
| pain after root canal /impression for splint | 9/21/2008 |
| Q: , I had a root canal on lower molar 5 days ago. The day after the root canal I had an appointment ... A: I'm sorry to hear all this is going on. It is possible the process of fitting the splint has caused ... | |
| Tooth sore 3 months after root canal | 9/21/2008 |
| Q: Backlund, I had a root canal on my bottom front incisor (no 13?) about 3 months ago. The tooth has ... A: It sounds like you could be dealing with one of two things....either a small crack in the tooth or ... | |
| Root Canal Therapy | 9/20/2008 |
| Q: When I was told I needed a root canal, I went and got 2 other opinions from general dentist. All ... A: I'm sorry you feel like you were deceived. Unfortunately, it's not unusual in the summer, after ... | |
| expose nerve | 9/20/2008 |
| Q: Sept 19,08 Dr.Backlund, This past week I went Densit office and got complete x-rays. Tooth # 30 was ... A: The real issue here is how much of the pulp was exposed, and since I can't examine you or know that ... | |
| Heat test - false positive? | 9/19/2008 |
| Q: I have a tooth that's been showing some signs of needing a root canal due to spontaneous pain ... A: Actually, I would focus on the cold. As long as you are able to feel cold in the tooth normally, the ... | |
| pain after root canal | 9/19/2008 |
| Q: I had o root canal on one of my molars on Monday, sept.15th. It was fine for about 3 days, and now ... A: It's hard for me to help without being able to exam you, but it sounds to me like you have an ... | |
| Bump between my two front teeth | 9/18/2008 |
| Q: Backlund, A couple of months ago, I had my 6 month cleaning and check-up. All was well. I had 2 ... A: I'm sorry to hear you have this going on. Since I can't examine you, it's really hard for me to be ... | |
| follow up ques | 9/17/2008 |
| Q: can i just ask....would you see an endodontist before or afer the periodontist? meaning can the ... A: It really seems to me you may have two entirely different issues here. One is the localized gum ... | |
| Deep filling | 9/17/2008 |
| Q: I got a deep filling about 6 weeks ago, and the dentist said there's a 50/50 chance of needing a ... A: I'm sorry to hear you're going through all this. There really is no right answer to your situation. ... | |
| Heat test - false positive? | 9/17/2008 |
| Q: I have a tooth that's been showing some signs of needing a root canal due to spontaneous pain ... A: I'm sorry you're faced with this problem. Let me explain about hot/cold tests.....in both cases, ... | |
| Root Canal and Crown | 9/4/2008 |
| Q: I had a root canal on my #29 tooth approximately 3 months ago, done by a specialist. Everything was ... A: WOW...sounds like you have a lot going on!Since I can't examine you, i's hard for me to give you ... | |
| Root Canal | 9/4/2008 |
| Q: My background: I had a root canal done on my second molar from the back (upper left) in July of ... A: You're welcome....glad to answer a couple more questions.... It is always possible that the root ... | |
| Pain of abscessed tooth not relieved by pain pills | 9/4/2008 |
| Q: Backlund, I think I have an abscessed tooth, in my lower right jaw. It started hurting about a ... A: I'm sorry to hear all this is going on. Since this is the Internet, I can't help much, but first, I ... | |
| Root Canal | 9/4/2008 |
| Q: My background: I had a root canal done on my second molar from the back (upper left) in July of ... A: WOW..it sounds like you have been through it! Unfortunately, I may have some bad news for you. Since ... | |
| Internal Bleaching | 9/2/2008 |
| Q: Backland, This past March, I fell and unfortunately injured my front tooth. As a result, I needed ... A: Sorry to hear about your injury and subsequent root canals. Discoloration of the tooth comes from ... | |
| Root canal | 9/2/2008 |
| Q: I had a root canal filling done about a year ago and since then have had lots of pain and swellings ... A: What you are describing sounds like a silver point root canal filling or a piece of instrument ... | |
| Cause of Root Canal? | 8/27/2008 |
| Q: I am 24 years old, and just had a root canal last week on my #31 molar. I have very healthy teeth ... A: Actually, Allison, waiting is not an option. Decay doesn't stop until it is removed and once the ... | |
| Cause of Root Canal? | 8/26/2008 |
| Q: I am 24 years old, and just had a root canal last week on my #31 molar. I have very healthy teeth ... A: While I can't be sure, I would doubt that your purging would be the cause of you needing a root ... | |
| Pain after root canal retreatment | 8/26/2008 |
| Q: I had a root canal on #2 about 25 years ago. Beginning about 3 or 4 years ago, I began to have a ... A: Sorry to hear you're going through all this. First my disclaimer...since I can't exam you, it's hard ... | |
| Curved root and abcess | 8/25/2008 |
| Q: Several years ago, in the UK, I underwent a root canal on the first molar. Instead of being ... A: Sorry to hear all this is going on. Yes, I would insist on X-rays. Something is not right and until ... | |
| root canal issue | 8/25/2008 |
| Q: I had a root canal done approx 15+ years ago on lower left molar and it was crowned soon after. In ... A: It sounds like you probably have a failing root canal. It's not serious as you don't have pain and ... | |
| apico | 8/24/2008 |
| Q: I just had an apico three days ago, although it still feels bruised, which is expected, should it ... A: It's a bit early to really know what is going on. It usually takes 3-5 days for things to really ... | |
| Pain after temp crown? | 8/24/2008 |
| Q: I had a silver filling replaced in late June. Suddenly in early August I had intense pain in that ... A: I think your gut is probably right on. First my disclaimer...since I can't examine you, it's hard ... | |
| Numerous Root Canals | 8/24/2008 |
| Q: I am a 33 year old female who has currently had 2 root canals (# 3 and #4) working on my 3rd (#19) ... A: WOW...sounds like you are really going through it. To answer your question, it certainly does seem ... | |
| antibiotics for second root canal appt. | 8/23/2008 |
| Q: I have one more question for you DR. I was placed on anti-biotics for my first appt. for my root ... A: I can only speak for what we do in our office. We would not have you on antibiotics ever unless you ... | |
| root canal | 8/23/2008 |
| Q: I had a root canal done on a left lower molar last week. It was abcessed and I took anti-biotics ... A: You are exactly right! If the upper tooth pain was referred pain, it would be gone by now. Usually, ... | |
| Broken tooth / exposed filling | 8/23/2008 |
| Q: I have a back molar that was filled in childhood with a silver coloured metalic substance. The ... A: Sorry to hear you're having tooth problems. #30 years ago, amalgam fillings were THE filling of ... | |
| Post parcial root canal | 8/22/2008 |
| Q: My 14 yr old son has a number 7 tooth that grew with a cusp on it. He had that cusp shaved off. Just ... A: I'm sorry to hear your son is going through all this. I don't think what is happening is a reaction ... | |
| PAIN 11 YEARS AFTER A ROOT CANAL AND CROWN. | 8/22/2008 |
| Q: I HAD A ROOT CANAL AND CROWN ON A TOOTH 11 YEARS AGO. TODAY THAT SAME TOOTH IS HURTING LIKE IT IS ... A: Unfortunately, the answer is YES! About 5% of root canals fail. In most cases, it is possible to ... | |
| general question | 8/21/2008 |
| Q: i'm dental student and my question is what the dentist can do to make the patient trsut him or her ... A: You ask a tough question! I don't really know how to answer you, but in my experience trust is THE ... | |
| jaw pain | 8/21/2008 |
| Q: Dr. Backlund, Six days ago, I had two crowns replaced, on both sides of my lower jaw, with temporary ... A: I'm sorry to hear you're going through all this. When you get those types of reactions to the ... | |
| Dental infection | 8/20/2008 |
| Q: My wife has suffered from a long term dental infection. She had paid for a root canal and a ... A: WOW...your wife has really been through it! You ask a question that i get asked all the time. The ... | |
| antibiotics before crown? | 8/19/2008 |
| Q: In June, a big cavity I had on a back tooth I use often to chew fell out and took a piece of my ... A: I think you have a reason to be concerned. While I can't know for sure since I can't examine you, I ... | |
| cavities | 8/17/2008 |
| Q: how can i go to one dentist an have 0 cavities an another dentist says i have 5. i dont have ... A: You ask a GREAT question that doesn't have an easy answer. I will share my opinion...but it's only ... | |
| Entodontist examination | 8/17/2008 |
| Q: A less than 2 year old filling that one dentist put on my molar, the #18, my last one back there, ... A: I can't speak for other offices, but in our office, we would most likely see you for an examination ... | |
| Pulp Stone | 8/16/2008 |
| Q: One of my front teeth is slightly grey. I have been to many dentists and they couldn't find out why. ... A: Sometimes when the space inside the tooth gets smaller, it can affect the color of the tooth. The ... | |
| toothache after root canal | 8/16/2008 |
| Q: I had a root canal procedure done on tooth #31. It was completed in two appointments. Before the ... A: The level of pain you are having is NOT normal! You may have an infection starting again. Even ... | |
| infection | 8/15/2008 |
| Q: Dr. Backlund, I had a crown put in about four years ago. It never felt quite right and a year ... A: I'm sorry you're having this problem. It sounds like you are RIGHT ON! Since the tooth has responded ... | |
| filling close to nerve | 8/15/2008 |
| Q: I had two silver fillings (two lower back molars) replaced with white fillings. The dentist told me ... A: I'm sorry all this is going on. When deep fillings are done, they can cause the pulp of the tooth to ... | |
| abcess | 8/14/2008 |
| Q: I have an Iga/Igg immune deficiency which has led to COPD. Also bad teeth. Have had several root ... A: I really sorry to hear all this is going on. While I really can't help with a diagnosis since I ... | |
| Root Canal w/ No Cavity or Pain. | 8/14/2008 |
| Q: I have a question... although I know you cannot diagnose an issue online. I visited my dentist ... A: Cold is our best way to test whether the nerve is alive or dead. Since you didn't feel cold and ... | |
| Multiple root canals | 8/13/2008 |
| Q: Backlund, I recently had a root canal done on #30, and after a month of still feeling pain, my ... A: I'm sorry to hear all this is going on. When teeth are very sensitive to cold, that means the nerve ... | |
| pulpotomy/pulpectomy | 8/12/2008 |
| Q: When a fistula forms shortly after a pulpotomy on a deciduous molar, why is extraction more commonly ... A: In most cases, it would be related to how long it would be until the tooth would come out naturally. ... | |
| My endodontist is not listed in American Association of Endodontists | 8/12/2008 |
| Q: My dentist claims himself to be an endodontist, and his office is called XXX Endodontics. However, I ... A: You ask a great question that has a complicated answer, so bear with me.... Being an endodontist ... | |
| post root canal toothache | 8/12/2008 |
| Q: My wife had a root canal last thursday on upper left 2nd tooth from the back. Dentist/root canal ... A: What your wife is going through is not normal. However, there is little likelihood that whatever is ... | |
| DIagnosing irreversible pulpitis | 7/31/2008 |
| Q: I had an upper first molar with a cavity within a few mm of the pulp, so a sedative filling was put ... A: You ask some very good questions....first, it's hard for me to address your specific situation since ... | |
| Root Canal/Crown issue | 7/31/2008 |
| Q: About 6 weeks ago I cracked a molar. There was no pain and I went to my dentist within the week to ... A: I'm sorry to hear you have gone through all this. To answer your questions, you can test whether you ... | |
| Crown/root canal tooth pain after a medical procedure | 7/31/2008 |
| Q: First, thank you for taking the time to answer my question. I had a surgical procedure done two ... A: I'm sorry you're going through all this. It is certainly possible that the procedure could have ... | |
| internal resorption | 7/30/2008 |
| Q: My 14yr old son came to me yesterday and said his tooth fell out while eating pancakes. I realized ... A: I think that infection would be highly unlikely to cause the resorption. It is almost always caused ... | |
| internal resorption | 7/29/2008 |
| Q: My 14yr old son came to me yesterday and said his tooth fell out while eating pancakes. I realized ... A: WOW....I'm SO sorry you & your son are going through this! First, let me explain internal ... | |
| crown replacement after root canal | 7/28/2008 |
| Q: I am about to have a root canal and I already have a crown on that tooth. The crown is 6 years old. ... A: The real issue in a situation like this is how well the present crown fits, whether it seals the ... | |
| pain after root canal | 7/28/2008 |
| Q: I had a root canal done 5 days ago. I have considerable pain when I bite down on that tooth which ... A: I'm sorry to hear this is going on. Everyone has varied abilities to heal. Some folks have no ... | |
| Root Canal | 7/25/2008 |
| Q: Fifty years ago I had to have braces to straighten my teeth. Over the years one eye tooth started ... A: After 50 years, any bone that had been changed as the tooth moved would have healed itself. I don't ... | |
| molar cap fell off | 7/25/2008 |
| Q: .. I had a temp cap put on a rear lower molar tooth and it fell off as I was leaving for vacation. ... A: Sorry this is going on...terrible timing, huh? One week with or without the cap won't make any ... | |
| Flare-ups of pain after root canal | 7/25/2008 |
| Q: Over a month ago, I had a root canal treatment done on my left canine. The tooth was free of decay ... A: I'm sorry to hear you're going through all this. First my disclaimer....since I can't exam you, it's ... | |
| tooth/jaw pain | 7/24/2008 |
| Q: I had a couple fillings put into my left lower side of my mouth. About a week afterward I was ... A: I'm sorry you're going through all this. What is happening is NOT normal. Pain is "Mother Nature's" ... | |
| Root Canal Treated Wisdom Tooth | 7/23/2008 |
| Q: I had a root canal treated wisdom tooth last year but one of the curved roots could not be cleaned ... A: I'm sorry to hear you're going through all this. Yes, the uncleaned portion could certainly be ... | |
| treatment options | 7/23/2008 |
| Q: i am a gen dentist and recently i had a 16 yr old boy who broke his upper front teeth 11, 21 and the ... A: Trauma at young age is something that can be very distressing to the patient but usually even more ... | |
| Root Canal after Trauma | 7/23/2008 |
| Q: My 13 year old daughter was warming up for a softball game on Sunday and caught a ball in her front ... A: I am SO sorry to hear this has happened to your daughter. Trauma to teeth at such a young age can be ... | |
| Post op pain from root canal | 7/22/2008 |
| Q: I had a root canal done about 5 weeks ago. I had an aching pain a few days after which was ... A: I'm sorry to hear all this is going on. You are right. There is no way for the root canal tooth to ... | |
| calcified cured roots in Molar | 7/22/2008 |
| Q: I have a back molar that has the above problem. I have pain that feels deep and throbbing which ... A: I'm sorry you're having this problem. It is certainly possible that your pain is coming from that ... | |
| Post Route canal pain | 7/22/2008 |
| Q: I have finished my antibiotics and have no more "pain" but there is still a bump on the gums and if ... A: You won't do any harm by waiting. Nothing much should happen. Worse case, the swelling starts ... | |
| cracked tooth | 7/22/2008 |
| Q: Approximately 2 months ago I had a cracked molar (bottom left) repaired with a white filling. The ... A: Yes it is possible for the cracked tooth to make the others hurt....it's called referred pain and we ... | |
| Not sure if I need a root canal | 7/22/2008 |
| Q: Here is my situation. A few weeks ago I started having pain in my jaw, upper and lower and sometimes ... A: I'm sorry you're going through all this. Situations like yours can be hard to give black & white ... | |
| Problems After Root Canal on Moler #30 | 7/21/2008 |
| Q: Backlund! Friday morning I had a root canal performed on my #30 molar due to an abscess. After my ... A: I'm sorry you're going through all this. Unfortunately, after that many injections, there was ... | |
| Root canal - gutta percha cone | 7/21/2008 |
| Q: I had a root canal, but the gutta percha kept bending and could not be inserted all the way. I was ... A: I'm sorry to hear you're being told this. I don't know how to put this diplomatically, but whomever ... | |
| tooth pain | 7/20/2008 |
| Q: i have cold sensitivity in the left bottom area of my back molars. my dentist xrayed and with ... A: Cold sensitivity is caused by the pulp ( nerve and blood supply ) of the tooth being irritated. This ... | |
| no crown after root canal | 7/20/2008 |
| Q: My daughter (20) had an accident while at college on a weekend and broke her front teeth. When she ... A: I'm sorry to hear your daughter had this accident. Glad to hear all is going well, however. We ... | |
| Tooth reabsorption | 7/19/2008 |
| Q: When a tooth reabsorbs, does it start from the bottom (root) or from the top (actual tooth). Also, ... A: I assume you are referring to resorption...which is a process where the tooth structure is "eaten" ... | |
| Crowning a treated tooth | 7/19/2008 |
| Q: I received a root canal a little more than a year ago, but due to financial issues, wasn't able to ... A: The really critical thing is whether the temporary has maintained the seal in the root canal ... | |
| root canals | 7/18/2008 |
| Q: A little history, my son had braces put on over 2 years ago and went faithfully to all appointments. ... A: I'm so sorry to hear your family is dealing with all this. The surgery alone is enough to stress you ... | |
| Failed Root Canal & Apicoectomy? | 7/17/2008 |
| Q: In January 2008 I had a root canal on my left molar (2nd from the back). The Dentist informed me ... A: A cracked tooth will not always be sensitive to bite all the time. What usually happens is you are ... | |
| Failed Root Canal & Apicoectomy? | 7/17/2008 |
| Q: In January 2008 I had a root canal on my left molar (2nd from the back). The Dentist informed me ... A: First, just because the endodontist didn't see a crack during the surgery doesn't mean there isn't ... | |
| Failed Root Canal & Apicoectomy? | 7/17/2008 |
| Q: In January 2008 I had a root canal on my left molar (2nd from the back). The Dentist informed me ... A: I'm sorry to hear all this is going on. Sounds like you have really been through it! First my ... | |
| Pediatric Dental Issue | 7/17/2008 |
| Q: my 3.5 year old fell last week and hit his tooth. I took him to his pediatric dentist today. The ... A: I'm sorry to hear your son is going through all this. When very young children have these kinds of ... | |
| Root canal | 7/16/2008 |
| Q: after 12 years of a root canal done, my tooth got infected, swollen and lots of pain (saturday ... A: Sorry to hear you're going through all this. Once the tooth is reasonably comfortable, it would be ... | |
| cracked tooth | 7/16/2008 |
| Q: Approximately 2 months ago I had a cracked molar (bottom left) repaired with a white filling. The ... A: Anytime a tooth is treated, there is some trauma to it. Preparing a tooth for a crown requires that ... | |
| The case against root canals | 7/16/2008 |
| Q: Backlund My regular dentist is a "biological" dentist who does not believe in root canals. I do ... A: The area you draw where the dark area is seems to show bone loss between the roots rather than at ... | |
| primary teeth abscess | 7/15/2008 |
| Q: Dr. Backlund, My 2 yr old experienced trauma to his two front primary teeth in feb. they both ... A: I'm sorry to hear your son is going through all this. To answer your questions, it is certainly ... | |
| The case against root canals | 7/15/2008 |
| Q: Backlund My regular dentist is a "biological" dentist who does not believe in root canals. I do ... A: I'm sorry I haven't answered sooner, but I wanted to check out the link to the website you sent. Let ... | |
| cracked tooth | 7/15/2008 |
| Q: Approximately 2 months ago I had a cracked molar (bottom left) repaired with a white filling. The ... A: I'm sorry you're going through all this. To answer your question, yes, I would get a 2nd opinion. It ... | |
| Rool Canal +bridge over still infected teeth | 7/14/2008 |
| Q: I have some dental work done overseas. This dentis started a root canal on 3 teeth but he said the ... A: I really can't help with what he is doing....we don't do root canals that way and it's not the ... | |
| Rool Canal +bridge over still infected teeth | 7/14/2008 |
| Q: I have some dental work done overseas. This dentis started a root canal on 3 teeth but he said the ... A: Abscesses always occur at the end of the root in the bone and heal very well after the root canal is ... | |
| temporary crown after root canal | 7/14/2008 |
| Q: My friend just had a root canal done on one of the back teeth on the bottom (second from the last). ... A: I'm sorry to hear your friend is going through this. You are right. Usually, when a temporary crown ... | |
| Rool Canal +bridge over still infected teeth | 7/14/2008 |
| Q: I have some dental work done overseas. This dentis started a root canal on 3 teeth but he said the ... A: What you are being told is basically the truth. When a root canal is done well, the abscess at the ... | |
| post root canal pain | 7/13/2008 |
| Q: My name is Latricia & i have a problem/question. I have to explain my situation and i'll start from ... A: Unfortunately, I can't really help here since I can't examine you. There are a lot of factors ... | |
| Second root canal still hurts | 7/12/2008 |
| Q: I had a root canal done about three and a half years ago. (I believe it is tooth #20). My tooth ... A: I'm sorry to hear all this is going on. I think the first issue for me is your hot/cold sensitivity. ... | |
| post root canal pain | 7/12/2008 |
| Q: My name is Latricia & i have a problem/question. I have to explain my situation and i'll start from ... A: I guess at this point, I would rule in or out the possibly failing root canal as a source of your ... | |
| root canal | 7/12/2008 |
| Q: Dr. Backlund, I need to have root canal on left lower molar and have been told by one Dr. that he ... A: There is no "rule" about how many appointments are needed to do a root canal. In our office, we do ... | |
| root canal and belles palsy | 7/11/2008 |
| Q: I went to a dentist for a root canal. He gave me novacaine and proceeded with the root canal. I ... A: I'm sorry to hear you had this experience. Yes, I have even had it happen to a few of my patients. ... | |
| crown w/pins | 7/11/2008 |
| Q: I recently switched from a highly competent dentist due to lack of insurance to a dentist who ... A: I'm sorry you are going through all this. First, my disclaimer...since I can't examine you, I can ... | |
| retreatment on root canal and root canal | 7/11/2008 |
| Q: in early july 2008 i had a retreatmant on rt canal bottom front tooth and all was fine until tuesday ... A: I'm sorry you're going through all this. While I can't be sure what your problem is since I can't ... | |
| post root canal pain | 7/11/2008 |
| Q: My name is Latricia & i have a problem/question. I have to explain my situation and i'll start from ... A: I'm sorry you are going through all this. Before I try to help, can you try to describe your pain to ... | |
| root canaled tooth | 7/10/2008 |
| Q: Can you tell me how you assess whether or not to pull a root canaled tooth? My endodontist said ... A: There isn't really an easy answer here. It depends on the strength and health of the tooth and ... | |
| Tooth Trauma - How Long To Wait? | 7/9/2008 |
| Q: Due to a failed root canal I had my 2nd molar extracted. My now retired dentist installed a bridge ... A: I'm sorry to hear all this has gone on. You ask a great question that really doesn't have an easy ... | |
| dangers of root canal treatment | 7/9/2008 |
| Q: all my amalgum fillings were changed to white ones over a period of about two years,about 4-5 years ... A: I'm sorry to hear you're going through all this. You ask great questions, but they don't have easy, ... | |
| root canal | 7/9/2008 |
| Q: Here was my background information I sent yesterday... my questions is- 1. Is it better to just ... A: I've been answering these long enough that sometimes what I think is the question, really isn't what ... | |
| Root Canal | 7/8/2008 |
| Q: I just came from a new dentist who informed me that my right front tooth is dead. Prior to this ... A: You ask a great question and one I get on a weekly basis. I always tell my patients that it is ... | |
| small bump and some pain after root canal | 7/7/2008 |
| Q: I had a root canal on #4 tooth 5 days ago. The root had died by the time I had the procedure with ... A: I'm sorry to hear you have all this going on. Yes, the bump is most likely a localized infection as ... | |
| Root Canal Retreat | 7/7/2008 |
| Q: Backlund, You were kind enough to respond to my last question regarding pain in a previously rct ... A: Well, it sounds like you are making progress in resolving all these problems...maybe not fast ... | |
| is it safe to fly when a root canal is needed | 7/6/2008 |
| Q: I am due to fly on holiday which will be a 4 hour flight and my back molar needs root canal is it ... A: Usually there is no problem. The issue is the air space inside the tooth that can expand if the ... | |
| continuing problems after root canal | 7/5/2008 |
| Q: I wrote to you several months ago, still having problems. Had root canal in Feb. on #3, right after ... A: I'm sorry to hear you're still not doing well. Unfortunately, since I can't examine you, I really ... | |
| abscess and new swelling | 7/5/2008 |
| Q: First off let me thank you for all the wonderful responses I've read on your past questions. And I ... A: First, thanks for the kind words. I appreciate it. I'm sorry to hear you're having all this going on ... | |
| root canal pain/numbness still | 7/4/2008 |
| Q: Backlund, I appreciate your responses. If anything, I feel worse today than before. The pain has ... A: First, you are NOT stuck. Any endodontist worth their "salt" will have an answering service for ... | |
| root canal and apicoectomy | 7/3/2008 |
| Q: I have had a root canal on tooth#8 and an attempted root canal on tooth #7 (which was unsuccessful, ... A: Everything you said is accurate. Every time we need to treat a tooth and then retreat it, the ... | |
| root canal pain & numbness | 7/2/2008 |
| Q: When it comes to teeth, I always have bad luck. I want to know if I should just give up on ever ... A: At 48 hours, the new antibiotics are just beginning to work. I would try to give it another day or ... | |
| sodium hypochlorite reactiom | 6/30/2008 |
| Q: June 27th was the 3rd visit for a root canal on my lower back molar. The dentist has had a hard ... A: A perforation is a hole ....usually drilled...out side the tooth. It most often occurs when we are ... | |
| root canal reinfected after permanent crown - is this possible? | 6/30/2008 |
| Q: I have been back to my dentist three times now for pain that I am experiencing in my bottom molar ... A: I'm sorry to hear you're having this problem. Unfortunately, I think I have some bad news for you. ... | |
| root canal pain & numbness | 6/30/2008 |
| Q: When it comes to teeth, I always have bad luck. I want to know if I should just give up on ever ... A: Absolutely! There are a number of antibiotics we use. We usually start with the one that works in ... | |
| root canal pain & numbness | 6/30/2008 |
| Q: When it comes to teeth, I always have bad luck. I want to know if I should just give up on ever ... A: I'm sorry to hear all this is going on. What you have is an acute infection and the pressure from ... | |
| sodium hypochlorite reactiom | 6/29/2008 |
| Q: June 27th was the 3rd visit for a root canal on my lower back molar. The dentist has had a hard ... A: WOW...that sounds like a nightmare.....first my disclaimer. Since I can't exam you or see your ... | |
| Root Canal | 6/28/2008 |
| Q: I started to feel nerve pain in my tooth around the end of april. An abscess started to form about ... A: I'm sorry to hear you're in this predicament. I'm afraid I don't have the best news for you. These ... | |
| pain | 6/26/2008 |
| Q: i have been having pain in the right side of my shoulder upper breast bone.a noring pain which can ... A: I'm sorry to hear you're having this problem. I think it is highly unlikely that your tooth has ... | |
| root canal or extraction. | 6/25/2008 |
| Q: I know you cannot be specif and only generalize. As a whole, is it better to try to save your tooth ... A: You ask a great question, but it doesn't have a simple answer. In general, however, if you can save ... | |
| Pain after Permanent Filling | 6/24/2008 |
| Q: Had a root canal done on June 4th on tooth number 14 Had a very sensitive tooth to cold and ... A: ..it helps a lot. First the disclaimer....since I can't examine you, it's really hard for me to ... | |
| Calcification | 6/23/2008 |
| Q: My endodontist said I had calcification, hence my RCT was more complicated and cost more. Can you ... A: When we talk about calcification, what that means is that the nerve and blood supply....the ... | |
| Root canal still hurts? | 6/23/2008 |
| Q: About 2 months ago I got a root canal on a tooth in the back and it hurt for a couple days then it ... A: ..it helps a lot! I have some bad news....what is hurting is another tooth. When you have a root ... | |
| Past root canal | 6/22/2008 |
| Q: I had a root canal a few years ago and I have yet to get a crown put on the tooth (I know, ... A: ..that helps. It sounds to me like you have a failing root canal. Unfortunately, the cement we use ... | |
| Root Canal - Two weeks later | 6/22/2008 |
| Q: I had the first session of my root canal two weeks ago. It went fine and didnt hurt all that bad ... A: I'm sorry to hear you're having this problem. No, what you are going through is NOT normal. It ... | |
| Constant pain after root canal | 6/20/2008 |
| Q: Dr. Gary, A month ago I had the first half of 2 root canals performed on my 18th and 19th molars ... A: I'm sorry that you are going through all this. It sounds to me like you have an infection, but since ... | |
| infection around the root | 6/18/2008 |
| Q: I have had pain and severe sensitivity in tooth #18 for 2 weeks. I went to my dentist this morning ... A: Let me try to answer each of these questions in order.... Having an implant and crown is always an ... | |
| infection around the root | 6/18/2008 |
| Q: I have had pain and severe sensitivity in tooth #18 for 2 weeks. I went to my dentist this morning ... A: ..it helps a lot! I can tell you with 100% certainty you DO NOT have an infection. That's why ... | |
| root canal procedure | 6/18/2008 |
| Q: I had a root canal done on bicuspid (#4, I think) Endodontist did not do any build up afterward, ... A: I'm sorry to hear you are going through all this. In most specialist's offices, doing a temporary ... | |
| infection around the root | 6/18/2008 |
| Q: I have had pain and severe sensitivity in tooth #18 for 2 weeks. I went to my dentist this morning ... A: Before I try to help, can you please describe your pain to me? Does it hurt to hot or cold? Biting? ... | |
| external resorption | 6/17/2008 |
| Q: I am experiencing external resorption on one tooth. It has been diagnosed as such. My question is ... A: You ask a good question. Resorption does not spread from one tooth to another, but the most common ... | |
| Pain after root canal | 6/16/2008 |
| Q: I had root canal on my lower left molar 10 weeks ago. About a month ago, the tooth began hurting ... A: You're welcome...glad I can help you out! Many people do very well without their last tooth. ... | |
| Pain after root canal | 6/16/2008 |
| Q: I had root canal on my lower left molar 10 weeks ago. About a month ago, the tooth began hurting ... A: I'm sorry to hear you're having this problem. What you are going through is not normal. Usually we ... | |
| Apicoetomy - Post Op | 6/15/2008 |
| Q: 11 or 12 years ago I had a root canal performed on my #30 molar. Recently I had an x-ray done at a ... A: I'm sorry to hear you're going through all this. It sounds like the milky white "stuff" may be pus, ... | |
| 1 or 2 teeth sensitive to cool water | 6/15/2008 |
| Q: I think one or two of my upper-left molar(s) are a little bit sensitive to cool water. I found out ... A: When teeth become sensitive to cold, that means the pulp, nerve & blood supply, of the tooth has ... | |
| dentistry | 6/13/2008 |
| Q: I have a deep filling that goes down into the nerve around 3 years ago i went to the dentist ... A: Molar root anatomy can vary a lot. It is certainly possible that what you are seeing is just normal ... | |
| upper molar | 6/13/2008 |
| Q: tooth #15 had a root canal a few years ago and I knew when he did it that something was wrong. He ... A: I'm sorry to hear you are faced with this problem. I think it's important to remember that you need ... | |
| Root Canal Retreat | 6/12/2008 |
| Q: Backlund, You were kind enough to respond to my last question regarding pain in a previously rct ... A: A fractured tooth is always a possibility, but you don't have those symptoms. If your dentist is ... | |
| Root Canal/Abcessed Tooth | 6/12/2008 |
| Q: Is a root canal always necessary if you have an abcessed tooth? A: Unfortunately, yes. The only other option would be extraction. If you leave the tooth untreated, it ... | |
| Root Canal Retreat | 6/12/2008 |
| Q: Backlund, You were kind enough to respond to my last question regarding pain in a previously rct ... A: ..glad I could help last time. Maybe I can make it two for two..... When a tooth has had a root ... | |
| cavity | 6/11/2008 |
| Q: "i have a cavity just started stage need to know what strong toothpaste will cure it thanks in ... A: Unfortunately, toothpastes don't reverse or heal cavities once they get started. They only make ... | |
| dental bridge/root canal | 6/11/2008 |
| Q: I want to know if a root canal is required before a dental bridge is put on teeth? I recently got a ... A: I'm sorry to hear you are going through all this. In most cases, a root canal is not done on teeth ... | |
| Tooth Pain and Sensitivity after Apicoectomy | 5/30/2008 |
| Q: Backlund, I've been having trouble with tooth #19 which has received three root canals and ... A: Sorry to hear all this is going on. Since I can't examine you, it's hard for me to give you a ... | |
| pAIN AND SENSITIVITY AFTER ROOT CANAL | 5/30/2008 |
| Q: Backlund, I had a root canal done in #12 one month ago. The reason for RCT was moderate pain (but ... A: Sorry to hear you're having this problem. Unfortunately, I have bad news...your endodontist is ... | |
| hot/cold sensitivity post new crow and temp. crown | 5/28/2008 |
| Q: , Thank you in advance for your consideration of this question. I have a very concerned dentist and ... A: I'm sorry you're going through all this. Since I can't examine you, it's hard for me to give you ... | |
| how long after apico should crown be placed | 5/28/2008 |
| Q: Backlund, I had a root canal done on tooth #19 (because of a fracture from an old filling) on March ... A: You're welcome Stephanie....if cost is not a consideration...check with your dentist about ... | |
| how long after apico should crown be placed | 5/27/2008 |
| Q: Backlund, I had a root canal done on tooth #19 (because of a fracture from an old filling) on March ... A: I'm glad to hear that things are starting to feel better. I doubt you will irritate the tooth by ... | |
| Root Canal Recovery | 5/25/2008 |
| Q: Backlund: Last Thursday, May 22nd I had my fourth root canal on the top left side of my mouth. It is ... A: Since I can't examine you, it's hard for me to know for sure, but it sounds like you just have a ... | |
| Bell's Palsy | 5/24/2008 |
| Q: What problems will a dentist go through when he has a patient with Bell's Palsy? What will make the ... A: Actually, not much difference. The problem becomes that the patient doesn't have control of some of ... | |
| Decay after root canal? | 5/24/2008 |
| Q: I had a root canal done in a lower molar with a crown less than a year ago. Now my dentist is ... A: I'm sorry to hear this is going on. Unfortunately, root canals don't prevent decay. They only remove ... | |
| temp root canal filling fell out | 5/24/2008 |
| Q: Please advis. Just finished a two part RCT yesterday, and the whole filling just popped out! Called ... A: The biggest risk is that the cement we use to seal the root canal is soluble in saliva. Usually a ... | |
| root canal still having pain | 5/22/2008 |
| Q: ! had a root canal on tooth number 10 my regular dentist took an Xray after i complained of minor ... A: What you are going through is NOT normal. You need answers because things should not be going on & ... | |
| root canal still having pain | 5/22/2008 |
| Q: ! had a root canal on tooth number 10 my regular dentist took an Xray after i complained of minor ... A: I'm sorry to hear you're going through all this. Your swelling may well be a post op reaction to the ... | |
| Root canal with problems | 5/22/2008 |
| Q: I had a root canal done on 5-6-09. The pain became unbearable and on 5-9 the dentist gave me ... A: The only reason an endodontist would redo your root canal was if there were some problem with the ... | |
| apicoectomy root canal | 5/21/2008 |
| Q: I recently visited an endodontist for a root canal on my front lower tooth, #25, I think. The ... A: I can certainly understand your frustration with this situation...I see this situation from time to ... | |
| Please Help, possible infection on apico or need root canal | 5/21/2008 |
| Q: Since the middle of March I have been dealing with this tooth infection. I had my wisdom teeth ... A: I'm sorry to hear all this is going on. While I really can't diagnosis your problem without being ... | |
| Apicoectomy Recovery | 5/20/2008 |
| Q: Back in January, I had root canal (endodonist) and permanent crown (primary dentist). After some ... A: Normally, we think of 5-7 days of post op tenderness. After 3 weeks, I am suspicious there may be ... | |
| Root canal | 5/20/2008 |
| Q: A few months back my tooth was sensitive to hot and cold, went to my regular dentist and he didn't ... A: The problem with a high bite is that it keeps the tooth from healing. Every time you bite together, ... | |
| gum infections | 5/20/2008 |
| Q: my question is,is there a known reason that you would know of that may be causing this. My last ... A: I'm sorry to hear you are having trouble again. Root canal problems develop because the nerve and ... | |
| Root canal | 5/17/2008 |
| Q: A few months back my tooth was sensitive to hot and cold, went to my regular dentist and he didn't ... A: I'm glad everything went so well for you. Now you can tell ALL your friends how easy root canals ... | |
| Post Op Root Canal Re-Treatment | 5/16/2008 |
| Q: Backlund, I just received retreatment therapy for a Root Canal I had done 10 years ago. Seems I ... A: Usually these draining areas will resolve in 3-5 days, but that assumes the underlying problem is ... | |
| Root canal with problems | 5/16/2008 |
| Q: I had a root canal done on 5-6-09. The pain became unbearable and on 5-9 the dentist gave me ... A: I'm glad you resent your question...it did get through....don't know what happened the first time. ... | |
| Post Op Root Canal Re-Treatment | 5/15/2008 |
| Q: Backlund, I just received retreatment therapy for a Root Canal I had done 10 years ago. Seems I ... A: It sounds like you are getting good advice. Flare ups like this mean that you are beginning to heal. ... | |
| troubling symptoms post RC retreatment | 5/14/2008 |
| Q: Backlund: First, thanks for being there - it is a great service. I had a root canal retreatment 2 ... A: I'm sorry to hear you're going through all this. The good news is, it sounds like your symptoms are ... | |
| Pain in tooth adjcent to tooth with recent root canal | 5/14/2008 |
| Q: I had a root canal done on my upper left tooth, third from the back, yesterday, after experiencing ... A: Sometimes when treatment is done in the area, it can cause other temporary problems....sometimes due ... | |
| chin swollen under root canal, loose crown | 5/13/2008 |
| Q: I noticed that i had a small puss filled lump on the inside of my gums around my root canal/crown. ... A: Sorry to hear all this is going on. The "lump" is a result of your failing root canal and is pretty ... | |
| Root canal procedure. | 5/13/2008 |
| Q: I began having trouble with a tooth (bottom left last tooth) and the dentist I was going to put a ... A: It sounds like you are receiving EXCELLENT treatment. The key in treating cracked teeth is to ... | |
| apicoectomy question | 5/13/2008 |
| Q: I had an apicoectomy done on #3 and #4 in conjunction with a root canal on #4 done on May 7. I was ... A: I'm sorry to hear you're going through all this! NO, this is not normal. Unfortunately, without ... | |
| three root canal attempts and still in pain | 5/12/2008 |
| Q: Backlund, I have been dealing with a painful tooth for 8 months now. Tooth #3 - pain with tapping ... A: I'm sorry to hear you have gone through all this....very frustrating, I'm sure! Without being able ... | |
| after RC: persistent pressure sensitivity (temp issue resolved) | 5/12/2008 |
| Q: I had a root canal last week on my lower back right molar and it resolved the cold sensitivity and ... A: I'm sorry to hear you are still having problems. When there is biting sensitivity after a root ... | |
| Root canal | 5/11/2008 |
| Q: A few months back my tooth was sensitive to hot and cold, went to my regular dentist and he didn't ... A: I'm sorry you are feeling like this. First, it does sound like you will need a root canal. Second, I ... | |
| Calcified root | 5/7/2008 |
| Q: I recently had a root canal attempted by an Endodontist. He complained that the tooth was giving ... A: I'm sorry to hear you're going through all this. Your residual pain & sensitivity sound like it ... | |
| root canal | 5/7/2008 |
| Q: Is it true that when one gets a partial denture that some of the good teeth you have that have to be ... A: Unfortunately, that's true. It really depends on how badly the teeth are leaning. Partial dentures ... | |
| Root filling/crown | 5/6/2008 |
| Q: I have a crown already. My dentist has xrayed the tooth and I need a root filling. He says he can do ... A: In most cases, doing a root canal through a crown is no problem. In addition, there aren't too many ... | |
| in need of a root canal? | 5/5/2008 |
| Q: This past November, I went to the endodontist for a root canal on two molars. I had been having ... A: I guess the real question is "do you want to spend the rest of your life like this?". I think you ... | |
| root reabsorbtion | 4/30/2008 |
| Q: I am 41 years old. About ten years ago I had 4 wisdom teeth removed that were impacted against my ... A: Putting in an implant is really a personal decision. Many people get along fine without that tooth, ... | |
| front teeth pain | 4/30/2008 |
| Q: I have been experiencing bottom front teeth pain for 3 weeks. I went to my general dentist for my 6 ... A: Sorry to hear this is going on. I would agree with you...it's highly unlikely that all those teeth ... | |
| pain after root canal | 4/27/2008 |
| Q: I recently had a root canal done. It took two appts to complete (2 days in a row)...the last appt ... A: I'm sorry to hear you are going through all this. You are right, root canals should make things ... | |
| root canal mishaps | 4/26/2008 |
| Q: Just had a root canal by my new dentist, however, he has been practicing since 1971..anyway, the ... A: I'm sorry to hear you had this happen. Unfortunately, this is one of the risks of root canal therapy ... | |
| teeth have become extremely painfully sensitive after extensive dental work last few months. | 4/26/2008 |
| Q: Backlund, I have recently been to the dentist (several visits) for multiple fillings on several ... A: I'm sorry to hear your going through all this. First my disclaimer, since I can't exam you, it's ... | |
| MTA in repair of lateral perforation | 4/25/2008 |
| Q: i was treating an upper lateral incisor that had had a previous attempted endo;as soon as i tried to ... A: Are you, per chance, the dentist that Nuru wrote about earlier today? It seems to me you did just ... | |
| MTA | 4/25/2008 |
| Q: I had a root canal and then endodontist filled it with MTA my tooth. I have a lot of pains and feel ... A: I'm sorry to hear you're having this problem. First, MTA is pretty widely accepted now and would not ... | |
| Old root canal | 4/25/2008 |
| Q: I had a root canal done about 10 years ago. Only tooth I ever had a filling in but the dentist said ... A: In essence, my feeling is that unless your dentist is VERY good at root canals, questionable ... | |
| root canal | 4/25/2008 |
| Q: I have just been diagnosed with a root canal infection of tooth No. 14 (upper left molar). I would ... A: In situations like this, the only real risk is your level of pain. When you have an abscessed tooth, ... | |
| apico healing | 4/24/2008 |
| Q: i had an apicocectomy done on tooth #7 three weeks ago. The swelling and pain has gone away but I ... A: Since I can't examine you, I can't say for sure, but it sounds like normal healing. After an ... | |
| post root canal sensitivity | 4/23/2008 |
| Q: but aggravating), almost like gumline sensitivity, but the whole tooth when it is flaring up is ... A: To answer part of your first question....the reason you feel something in a tooth without a nerve is ... | |
| Temporary Filling after root canal | 4/23/2008 |
| Q: Good Morning, my partner has this morning had half of his root canal treatment, and has been given a ... A: Congratulations on your marriage!!!! In almost all cases, the temporary should be fine. My only ... | |
| post root canal sensitivity | 4/22/2008 |
| Q: but aggravating), almost like gumline sensitivity, but the whole tooth when it is flaring up is ... A: Can you describe your sensitivity? Hot? Cold? Pressure? what time of day? Does anything make it ... | |
| re root canal treatment and abcess | 4/22/2008 |
| Q: Last Friday night i started experiencing some toothache on one of my side molar teeth. This ... A: WOW...sounds like you had a rough weekend....to say the least! While I can't exactly diagnosis your ... | |
| root canal gone bad | 4/21/2008 |
| Q: I had a root canal preformed on Friday, April 18th...on Sunday I felt a lot of pain in the mouth and ... A: WOW....sounds like things have gone downhill fast for you! I'm sorry to hear you're having this ... | |
| Painful Crown | 4/20/2008 |
| Q: My husband had a crown placed in Thailand in August 2007. He already had a root canal and temporary ... A: Yep.....you said in one sentence what took me four paragraphs...:-). I think that is really a good ... | |
| Painful Crown | 4/19/2008 |
| Q: My husband had a crown placed in Thailand in August 2007. He already had a root canal and temporary ... A: WOW...sounds like your husband is going through it! First my disclaimer....since I can't exam your ... | |
| nerve damage/root canal | 4/18/2008 |
| Q: I had a crown done last summer. The tooth had a fairly large filling, but the dentist said it ... A: I'm sorry you have gone through all this for so long. While I can't say for sure, I would doubt you ... | |
| abcessed tooth after cavity filled | 4/18/2008 |
| Q: My son had a cavity filled recently. 2 weeks later he started saying that the tooth hurt. I took ... A: I'm sorry to hear that your son is going through all this. Let me try to answer your questions.... ... | |
| Tooth Ache - Should I have a Root Canal? | 4/17/2008 |
| Q: Should I have a Root Canal? Recently I have experienced severe discomfort (throbbing pain) in my ... A: I'm sorry to hear you're going through all this. First, my disclaimer....since I can't examine you, ... | |
| root canal and pregnacy | 4/16/2008 |
| Q: I had a root canal approximately 6 years ago but was never able to afford a crown on it; ... A: Sorry to hear all this is going on. It sounds like your root canal is failing. We sometimes see this ... | |
| fracture after root canal | 4/15/2008 |
| Q: Dr. Backlund. Thank you for taking the time to answer the many questions that we all seem to have. ... A: First, thanks for the kind words...they're the only "pay" we volunteers get, so it's appreciated. ... | |
| Excruciating pain 2 days after root canal | 4/14/2008 |
| Q: I went to see my dentist for the second 30 min root canal treatment. She had already drilled my ... A: I'm sorry to hear you're going through this. There are two primary reason for your pain and, ... | |
| help | 4/14/2008 |
| Q: Please help me...I recently got 5cavities filled...I had major sensitivity but most has gone ... A: I'm sorry to hear you're going through this. In situations like this, the overriding factor is a ... | |
| facial pain | 4/14/2008 |
| Q: After seeing your response to the person who questioned if sinus infection could cause tooth pain ... A: WOW...you have been through it! Since I can't examine you, I really can't tell you what the source ... | |
| Tooth Decay during Pregnancy and Postnatal | 4/13/2008 |
| Q: I'm afraid that I've never had much luck keeping cavities at bay. And now during my recent pregnancy ... A: Congratulations on your new addition! I'm sorry to hear all this is going on....you probably have ... | |
| reoccuring abscess | |