FAQs about root canal treatmentQ: I heard people say tooth that had root canal still ended up getting pull out. A: Success rate of root canal treatment is very high. One of the most common reason we see root canal treated tooth ended up getting pulled is due to tooth fracture, and chance for this happening can be significantly lowered by protecting the tooth with a full crown. Most, but not all teeth that had a root canal treatment will benefit from a full crown. Our dentist will always advise you at the beginning if this is the case.Q: Is this expensive? A: Treatment is generally less expensive comparing to treatment options such as implants or bridgesQ: Is my tooth worth getting a root canal? A: This is something our dentist will always consider before advising a root canal treatment. But since everyone only get one set of permanent teeth, preserving tooth with a root canal treatment is always worth considering. Q: Is it painful? |