Root Canal Treatment (RCT) is a common and predictable treatment to save a tooth that is badly decayed or infected. 

The infected pulp from the root canal of the tooth is  removed,and the inside of the tooth is cleaned and sealed safely

Sometimes when the decay damages the tooth goes beyond saving it,Dental Implant is a safe way to replace the removed tooth.

Dental Implant is a  replacement option that mimics natural tooth morphology with a dental crownt.

According to a study,Root Canal Treatment is done in 60% cases with Dental Caries, 19% with Damaged/broken Fillings, 13% with periodontal infection, and 6% with Dental Trauma.

Few conditions where Root canal can’t be done are as follows

  • Fractured Dental Crown
  • Badly decayed teeth which cannot be restored
  • Root fracture with a large endodontic post, or root resorption
  • Compromised periodontal status of a tooth

Root Canal Treatment

Root canal treatment is considered one of the greatest revolution in the field of Dentistry.

Root Canal Treatment opened ways to save Tooth.

Dentistry has adopted Digital technology,which has made Root canal Treatment more success. 

The prognosis of Root Canal Treatment has become more predictable due to Digital Dentistry.

 Endodontic microscopes, Loupes and new materials  provide a better prognosis of Root Canal Treatment.

Earlier, achieving total disinfection of the root canal system was a challenge. 

Now, a Dentist can easily achieve complete disinfection of the root canal system with Lasers and Ultrasonic Irrigation.

Earlier,Root Canal Treatment required multiple appointments.

RCT has now become less time-consuming and tension-free for both Dentists and patients.

Dental Implant

A Dental Implant is a root replacement fixed to the jawbone. 

A Dental Implant  integrates with the bone and this process is referred to as Osseointegration. 

In most cases, it takes 2 – 6 months for a Dental Implant to osseointegrate with the bone.

The healing time depends upon the density of the bone; if the bone is denser, the integration will be quicker. 

After successful integration, a Dental Crown which mimics the normal tooth, is made and placed.

Implant Treatment carries the risk in case of Diabetes,Blood Pressure.I

If an Implant fails, the attached Crown will also fail.

RCT versus Dental Implants

Time and cost are the two factors  that differentiate the choice of treatment between Root Canal Treatment & Dental Implant.

 The other influencing factors include patient expectations, dental and medical health status, regional anatomy, bone characteristics, prognosis, and risk associated with the treatment.

A Simple way to choose between Root Canal Treatment and Dental Implant is to compare the cost.

Usually a Root Canal Treatment is cheaper compared to Dental Implant

From a Dentist’s point of view,the prognosis of the treatment decides the treatment.

When evaluating the success rates of both Root Canal Treatment and Dental Implant, Root Canal Treatment is more promising and less time consuming with fewer risks.

Conclusion

A Root Canal Treatment is less time-consuming and a more promising treatment modality. 

For the successful placement of a Dental Implant, adequate density of the bone is very vital.

Though Dental Implant is gaining popularity,Dentists prefer Dental Implant as a second choice when Root Canal Treatment can be done to save the natural tooth

While the outcome of a Root Canal Treatment is similar to that of Dental Implant.factors like time,cost and patient’s general health decide the choice of treatment.

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Jussmile Dental clinic is situated in Kolathur,Chennai,which is easily accessible from Perambur,Annanagar,Ayanavaram and Villivakam.

Dr.Kamini

Ramchandras Jussmile Dental Clinic & Dental Implant Centre,
1333/A, B1, Royal Castle Apartments,
7th cross street,
Poompuhar Nagar, Kolathur,
Chennai-99

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