Consequences of Waiting too Long for Dental Procedures
Posted on 4/12/2021 by Alexandra Garcia DDS MS
We're all required to see the dentist every once in a while. As we grow older, our teeth and oral health have certain requirements which have to be met in time for proper recovery and progress. However, since most people are busy in their routines, they don't have the time to take out for dental procedures. This can hinder the progress they make and can lead to debilitating results.
In this article we take a look at some of the possible consequences you might experience if you wait too long for a dental procedure. Make sure that you speed the process up and get work done whenever it is possible.
Infection
An oral infection can happen for a number of reasons. From trapped food, inflammation and general irritation, an infection can be the end result of poor oral hygiene. Infections often lead to tooth decay and should be treated upon the first signs of bad breath or bleeding gums.
Cavity
Cavities and tooth decay because of poor oral health are common in most patients today. Patients only think about visiting the dentist when these problems have aggravated and become even more troublesome than normal. Don't ignore or put off signs of cavity and make sure you travel to a dentist as soon as you can.
Root Canal
Cavities can become an even bigger problem when the decay goes past a certain point and the pulp of your tooth is exposed. This can inflict damage upon the tooth nerve, with the only possible treatment option being a root canal procedure. During a root canal, your dentist will remove the previously inflamed toot and add an artificial packing for maintaining the structure of the tooth left.
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We're all required to see the dentist every once in a while. As we grow older, our teeth and oral health have certain requirements which have to be met in time for proper recovery and progress. However, since most people are busy in their routines, they don't have the time to take out for dental procedures. This can hinder the progress they make and can lead to debilitating results.