Root Canals

09/25/2005
Cracked Tooth Syndrome Cracked tooth syndrome is a very common problem that affects teeth that have large fillings in them. Decay and large fillings causes a weakening in the remaining tooth structure over time. A hairline fracture often develops at the bottom corner of the filling. Grinding your teeth will cause massive increase in the stress and stain on your premolars and molars increasing the risk of this condition. Also, having worn down fillings or canines will increase your risk factors toward this condition.

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08/23/2005
Dear Dr. Mady: I had a root canal on one of my teeth two years ago because of an infected nerve. I have been experiencing infections off and on since, and now my dentist thinks that I should be referred to a specialist for a procedure called an apicoectomy. Why do you think this is happening, and what is this procedure all about? - Wally in Belle River Dear Wally: It is not unheard of for this to occur after root canal treatment. Sometimes it occurs immediately, or it may be years later.

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