Q. We reside in Toronto, ON. My sister is due for a wisdom tooth extraction by surgery. Our family dentist is willing to do it, but I am wondering if we should go to a specialized Oral Surgeon instead?
A. I have had teeth extracted both by my regular dentist and by an oral surgeon, and I can tell you that it is the skill of the individual that matters. When an oral surgeon pulled my wisdom teeth, I had a terrible time, with blood clots that broke, nausea, and all kinds of horrible things. Last year, I broke a molar. Since it couldn't be saved, my regular dentist had to remove the rest of the tooth. The experience was 100 times better. No pain during the procedure, just mild discomfort later on, and no big deal overall.
So, I can't say where your sister should go. If the dentist has confidence in taking on the job, and your family has confidence in the dentist, then you can be fine that way. But if you have any doubts, get a second opinion from the oral surgeon. Just make sure you get references on the surgeon first, so that you avoid my experience.
So, I can't say where your sister should go. If the dentist has confidence in taking on the job, and your family has confidence in the dentist, then you can be fine that way. But if you have any doubts, get a second opinion from the oral surgeon. Just make sure you get references on the surgeon first, so that you avoid my experience.
What happens if I have my left bottom back molar pulled instead of a root canal?
Q. My family dentist attempted a root canal but couldn't finish it. He was unable to get thru one of my canals. The endodontic specialtist will finish the job but it's over 1450 just for the root canal. I still have to go back to the family dentist for a filling on the metal crown that is on the tooth.
A. the bone the tooth is IN will erode faster as it heals, it goes from pond-shaped (to hold a tooth) to tent-shaped (a ridge) - causing the next tooth in line to go bad faster than normal. If it's money, do the root canal, with a temporary crown, it's cheaper, then get a permanent crown when money is better.
Does anyone know of a good dentist in westbank, bc?
Q. I am looking for a dentist that provides regular checkups for both an adults. Essentially, I am looking for a Westbank Family Dentist Clinic.
A. Any dentist should be able to do these basic things for you.
You should be picky only if you need major dental works.
You should be picky only if you need major dental works.
Should I go to a different dentist?
Q. I have major dental problems. I have had several root canals, which are now needing to be replaced with bridges or implants. I also have type 2 diabetes. The dentist I use is just a regular family dentist. Should I be seeing some kind of specialized dentist for a mouth with so many problems?
A. no. your dentist will refer you to an individual specialist if any particular procedure is beyond his/her scope. if you are worried he/she isn't doing a good job and that's why things are failing go and get a second opinion. Side note: keep your diabetes well controlled or future implants will have a greater risk of failure.
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