I have a molar that doesn't hurt. The gum on one side of it is sore. At the last general visit the dentist said the (old amalgam) filling has to go and - if when he opens it he sees it needs a root canal, he'll do that. X-ray is fine. He tested the tooth with cold (nitrogen?) and it was painful.
Could it NOT need a root canal? Could the pain be because of another issue, like my gums (I have some problematic areas), not pulp infection? How does a dentist know if it's infected?
Thank you.
Could it NOT need a root canal? Could the pain be because of another issue, like my gums (I have some problematic areas), not pulp infection? How does a dentist know if it's infected?
Thank you.