Alternative to having a root canal
Question: I have one back molar that has been hurting me on and off for over a month now. I saw a dentist and he is advising that I have a root canal. I do not have the money to pay for such a service and I and left wondering if there is any alternative that would be cheaper. If not I do not think I will do anything, beside what if the dentist is wrong and all I need is a filling
Answer: If you really need a root canal you only have two options: Having the root canal therapy or extraction of the tooth. There could be a chance that you have been misdiagnosed and if you feel that is the case then get a second opinion.
Yet the factor was about cost. It is only cheaper to pull the tooth if you are going to leave a gap. If not cost is can be the same if not more expensive.
If cost is the main issue here my advise would be getting either a low cost HMO insurance plan or a dental discount plan that can help you reduce your dental cost. If not that go to a dental clinic or dental school for low cost services. The fact is doing nothing will only make matter worse so acting on this one way or another is important.
Alternative to having a root canal,