The primary concern with skipping your root canal treatment is the fact that the infection present is not going to go away. Instead, it’s going to stay right where it is and it will get worse. As it advances, an infection that was once very treatable becomes more and more intense. You may not notice any symptoms at first. However, a bad infection will result in throbbing, pain, possible swelling, and can even become too severe for a root canal. The result? You will need an extraction. Do yourself a favor: Save the tooth by scheduling your visit with urgency.
Did you know that an infection that continues to develop might abscess? This means that the pressure within your roots will mount until the infection has nowhere to go but out. A pus pocket known as an abscess may develop on the tip of your roots, which can cause great discomfort and even a fever. If it ruptures, infection may occur elsewhere within your mouth or the infection may threaten your life. Schedule that root canal treatment and these extreme circumstances will not occur.
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