11/29/2018
Root Canals and Tooth Extractions both treat damaged or infected teeth. But what’s the difference between the two? Root canals can save a tooth while an extraction removes the tooth entirely. Sometimes, patients will be given a choice between the two. While most dentists will attempt to save a tooth, sometimes an extraction is necessary.
Root canals are needed when the inside of the tooth has become infected. The procedure involves removing the infected area and replacing it with a rigid natural latex material. Extractions, on the other hand, are needed when dealing with a large cavity that takes over most of the tooth, or when a tooth fractured beyond repair. Although tooth extractions can lead to jaw complications as teeth may shift, it’s usually the more inexpensive option.
Now you know some of the difference between a tooth extraction and a root canal! Contact us today and schedule a consultation for a root canal, tooth extraction, or whichever procedure you’re in need of: http://fal.cn/Szmg