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scared0902
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I have a tooth that may or may not be getting a root canal in the near future. I've had three opinions and two said wait and see, so I'm waiting. I am also saving up the $3000 needed for the root canal and sedation but only after paying off my last treatment plan of 5 fillings and an onlay, which was almost $2000 even after insurance.
At best, even if the tooth "goes," I wouldn't have the money for two or three months. And there aren't any alternate sources of money (bankruptcy, etc.). I do have a Carecredit card, but that is the $2000 I am currently paying off.
My dentist understands my situation and said he will give me antibiotics if I get an infection until I get the money together. My question is: Are there any risks to waiting on a root canal (besides the possibility of recurrent infection)?
At best, even if the tooth "goes," I wouldn't have the money for two or three months. And there aren't any alternate sources of money (bankruptcy, etc.). I do have a Carecredit card, but that is the $2000 I am currently paying off.
My dentist understands my situation and said he will give me antibiotics if I get an infection until I get the money together. My question is: Are there any risks to waiting on a root canal (besides the possibility of recurrent infection)?