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Do I just need a filling or a root canal?

Do I Need A Root Canal? Calling on Dentists, Endodontists or RDAs. I was told at my last dental visit that I needed a cavity filled and a crown, and unlikely, it may need a root canal. My dentist showed me on the xray how close the decay was to the pulp but after close examination on the xray she determined, probably not. I need to know, what are the odds with a cavity so close to the pulp, that I will or will not need a root canal. I am going in 2 wks and trying to come up with the money just in case I need a root canal. The sensations I experience now are just sensitive to really cold stuff like icecream but it doesn’t linger….goes away pretty fast. Other than that, nothing else really. Sometimes I feel a little discomfort there but I think it’s the gum because I am constantly flossing that tooth. My dentist also did the tap test when I was there and there was no pain. Does it sound like I need a root canal?

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Dear Angelinad,

I’m sorry, i’m not a dentist but i was also told a few years ago that i will need a root canal in the future. However, since i got my filling then, my tooth has been fine. I think u will definetlely know when u need a root canal. The tooth will be very sore! Your pain sounds to be more of a sensitive gum (exposed tooth?). u should be able to see that yourself…

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