Can orthodontics be an alternative of getting a fake tooth?

I went to see my dentist and he recommended me to do a root canal on one of my premolar. I heard some people if the root canal is not done successfully, you may lose your tooth permanently. This will be my first root canal and I am worry. I am thinking for the worse scenario that I may have to lose my tooth. I worn braces 20 years ago when I was a teenager. I am thinking in case of losing the tooth, can I go for orthodontics treatment again instead of getting a fake tooth. Also, I am thinking should I have a specialist do the root canal or just do it with my regular dentist. If any one know how to get a review or rating of the dentist? Thanks!

Can orthodontics be an alternative of getting a fake tooth?
Root canal treatments these days have a very good chance of success, about 95% so dont worry too much about it. if just in case u lost the tooth, u can have a bridge or implant. Orthodontic somethimes is used to close the gap between teeth but u need to consult with an specialist or at least ur dentist about the possibilities.


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Reply:The chance of a root canal being unsuccessful is extremely low.





If you're not comfortable with your general dentist performing the root canal, perhaps ask for some references. Or, you can go to an endodontist (root canal specialist).