Orthodontics, the domain of dentistry focusing on the layout and function of our teeth, uses treatments like braces to correct teeth positioning issues. It harnesses your body’s natural warmth to move and set your teeth in the right place. Braces, for example, use thin metal wires for reshaping.
Root canal is another popular dental treatment to tackle tooth infections that have spread to the tooth pulp and are causing severe pain. The treatment involves removing the infected pulp, cleaning the nerve area, and then filling the hollowed tooth for strength. Don’t worry though, even after the root canal, your tooth is still strong enough to handle things like braces.
But what if you need orthodontic treatment after a root canal, or vice versa? These situations can seem scary, but trust me, they’re pretty common and easily managed.
Say you’ve had a root canal and now need braces. It’s natural to worry about your tooth’s strength, but braces are designed to be gentle yet effective in their action. Braces adjust your teeth’s positioning by exploiting the body’s heat and natural healing ability. So rest assured, braces will not damage your treated tooth. Make sure to share your medical history, including prior root canal treatment, with your dentist before beginning braces treatment.
What about if you need a root canal after getting braces? No problem there either. In fact, root canals and braces can coexist perfectly fine! Braces are attached to the front of the tooth, while a root canal is performed from the tooth’s top side, so they don’t interfere with each other. Your dentist can also temporarily remove the brace from the affected tooth to make the root canal operation smoother.
Less panic, more chat, right? Always share your medical history with your dentist, as it helps them plan treatments and manage expectations. And hygiene matters: regular brushing, flossing, mouthwash use, and a diet with low sugar and no hard foods. Keep these in mind, and you’re good to go in terms of dental health and care!
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