Thank you so very much Bryanna for your feedback. Would an infection in a crowned root canal show up on an x- ray or scan? Meanwhile, shall look for an oral surgeon and keep you posted. Do you think a dental implant is a good idea after a tooth has been extracted?

Thank you Ginny for your support too.

Hi Amee,

No, an infection does not always show up on an xray as it is only a two dimensional picture. It will show up on a scan, depending on the type of scan, if it has proliferated beyond the tooth. Unfortunately, dentists are still learning how to read these scans because there are changes that occur in the surrounding bone when infection is present that they often do not recognize.

The issue with root canaled teeth is simple... they are ALL infected. There are no exceptions. It is just a matter of time before the infection spreads beyond the tooth.

Check out what Dr Mercola has to say about root canals.....

http://articles.mercola.com/sites/ar...he-plague.aspx

http://articles.mercola.com/sites/ar...ot-canals.aspx

Bryanna

Read the Article and freaked a bit. I still have one RC tooth left. Now I am seriously thinking about having it out. I have 4 auto immune diseases. Loaded with arthritis as well. I think I would like to see if there is an improvement in my all over health if I do this. I have had no problems with this RC, but I know it is just a matter of time. If this could improve my health, it would be worth loosing this tooth too. Think I should? I don't think my current dentist would object either. Never would have had it done had I been told the truth. ginnie

Hi ginnie,

The articles from Dr Mercola are so right on! There is no doubt that root canaled tooth is irritating your immune system. It is also a reservoir of bacteria in your jaw bone. You are being so diligent with your dental health now and it seems a bit defeating to hang on to this unhealthy tooth. What do you think about that?

We can always do things to improve our health and lessen the burden on our immune system. Will removing this tooth cure any of your auto immune conditions? At this point, probably not. But it will improve your oral health and it will be one less irritant to your immune system without question and both of those things are certainly beneficial.

Ginnie, which tooth is it?

Bryanna

My besnit is in the middle of the upper right jaw. This tooth is directly below it. I imagin my bite would be effected. Would need to see the chart to tell you what numbers they are. I have forgotten. I don't want to keep an infection. I have problems enough, thats for sure. My T cells are messed up with one of the auto immune problems. I most likely will get this tooth out soon. thanks. ginnie

Ginnie,

Can you consult with your dentist about the removal of this tooth and perhaps she could make you a nesbit for the bottom to replace it...??

Please don't worry ginnie. I'm sure your dentist will be able to help you with this decision.

Please keep me posted
Bryanna

Yes, I will talk to the dentist about it. Right now it is a question of money to do either of them. I owe a fortune already. Any extra in the summer is saved in case I have to evacuate here and go to a hotel inland. Will let you know what she says. She is a very progressive and smart dentist. Thanks Bryanna, ginnie