Your questions

Dear Sir/Madam,
I discovered that I have 9 conventionally treated non-vital teeth (which have been in my mouth for many years, with no visible problems). In addition, since last year I have had one treated according to newer root canal cleaning guidelines (and filling, gutta-percha, etc.), and two more teeth are planned to be treated with these endodontic fillings. I still have all 4 wisdom teeth, which have never caused noticeable problems. I also have numerous amalgam fillings in addition to all this.
Is it even permissible for someone to have 10 or 12 non-vital teeth, and how over the years are possible intoxications of the body with mercaptan and thioether and other toxins from anaerobic bacteria tested?
Many years ago I had an autoimmune disease (myositis), and for many years I have also had a heart murmur. The autoimmune disease has long been cured, but since learning that I have so many non-vital teeth I fear they may be harming me by spreading infections through the body. My immune system has already been severely tested (I also had to take corticosteroids for 18 years). Occasionally I have minor episodes of chronic fatigue and mood swings. I also have persistent minor urological inflammations. Otherwise I am fine and live a very healthy and active life.
I am definitely interested in your opinion because, as far as I know, the burden of bacterial toxins increases with the number of non-vital teeth in the mouth. Bioresonance or the Orotox test are supposed to show the toxin burden—what is your view on this? Before perhaps having all non-vital teeth extracted (which is a “horror story” scenario), I would like to measure precisely the burden from individual teeth—I know dental X-rays do not show this. Thank you and best regards, Dušan Jež

Dear Sir/Madam,
For some time I have had problems with my upper central incisor. A year and a half ago I had veneers made because of diastemas, and they were made very nicely. Shortly afterward the central incisor started hurting. Nothing was visible on the X-ray, the tooth was vital, so the doctor said we would wait a little and perhaps the pain would settle.
Since this did not happen for several months, he opened the tooth, devitalized the nerve and treated it. Then he closed and filled the tooth. The pain did not stop, so he treated it again.
Even after that the pain is still present. It does not hurt spontaneously as much as before, but if I touch the tooth, the pain is still very severe. I also have pain under the nose on pressure.
The dentist says the pain will subside and that I should be patient for a while. Nothing is visible on the X-ray, the filling looks very good, yet the pain is still present. It has already been two months since the last filling.
What could this be and, in your opinion, is there any other solution?
Thank you very much in advance for your answer.

 Dear Sir/Madam,
My dentist found that I have a fractured root under the crown on the upper lateral incisor.  Since the entire bridge depends on this root, I have been postponing for several years having the root extracted as my dentist suggested. Inflammation collects around the root; I do not have major problems, occasionally I feel it when it is cold,  warm, etc...  He also told me  that there is no other option except a denture.  I cannot come to terms with that, as I am only 50 years old.   The bridge I currently have is still holding for now, but I have had it for more than 10 years  and something should be done because it is starting to lift a little.
Please, is there any other option regarding the fractured root? Could it somehow be saved?
Do you advise me to wait  until everything collapses by itself?
Most importantly,  how much  does this inflammation affect the whole body?  Could it become more serious or dangerous over time?
Thank you for your answer,  please understand me,
best regards
Klavdija

Dear Sir/Madam!
I would like to know what treatment you would advise. A pus-filled swelling has formed above an artificial tooth and treatment will be necessary. My dentist mentioned that this tooth would have to be removed and that while treatment is in progress I would be without this artificial tooth. I cannot agree with that at all and would like your opinion. Is there any other possible way to treat this, or can a temporary tooth be made for me during the treatment period?  I work with customers.
Thank you for your answer and best regards.

Hello,
I have been having my upper first molar treated for several months. The dentist cleaned and treated two canals, but he cannot treat the third canal  because he cannot “get through” it. There are supposedly also signs of inflammation at the end of this canal.
I would like to know whether it is possible to treat the third canal and how much this procedure would cost at your practice.
Thank you in advance for your answer and kind regards.

Dear Sir/Madam, during root canal cleaning the dentist broke a white file used to clean the canal and it remained inside. Every two months I go to have the medication changed because of the long waiting time at the Dental Clinic. I would like to know how the procedure for removing the broken instrument is performed, whether it is painful, and whether I can ask for an anesthetic or pain relief because I am afraid—actually it is almost a phobia.
Thank you for your answer and have a nice day
Tanja

Hello,
I would like to know whether you use an operating microscope for endodontic treatment (root canal cleaning) in your practice?
Thank you for your answer and best regards,
Nataša

Hello,
A large lump developed above my upper left first molar. After I immediately visited the dentist, he opened the tooth and then partially closed it with a silicone filling so that the pus could drain. After one day the lump has not become smaller, and the neighbouring second molar, with which I have never had any problems and which only has a small filling, has also become tender to pressure. Should I be concerned that the infection has spread to the second molar as well?
Since I read online that treatment of the tooth is much more successful, I would also like to know approximately how much endodontic treatment with a microscope and laser costs.
Regards

How should I decide whether to choose root canal treatment for a tooth or have it extracted? My second molar is a dead tooth and has a fairly large filling that needs to be replaced with composite. Should I choose root canal treatment or have the tooth extracted and make a bridge in its place?

Dear Sir/Madam,
on your website I read about the experience of a woman who had a tooth that had been improperly treated endodontically. I suspect that the same is happening to me. Immediately after root canal treatment I had terrible pain that lasted for several months; after the pain subsided, the dead tooth became sensitive to cold or heat, as if I felt an electric shock.
I know that without an examination it is difficult to assess the situation remotely, so I would also like to ask about the cost of root canal treatment at your practice and whether I can make an appointment in your concession practice so that the costs are covered by insurance.
Thank you for your answer and kind regards,
Jadranka