Endo question........

[elto]

How diferent is the technique used by an endo specialist and a regular general dentist here in the USA? I am asking because my 11 year old fell down form a motor scooter and fracture incisal edge of #9. She had a bonding done the same day and an X-ray.
Now, 3 weeks later, the tooth is looking dark and they are recommending root canal . I don't have dental insurance so I am trying to find wich way to go.... the specialist is charging about 1000 and I guess it would be less expensive if done by a regular DDS....
What would you do?

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[brush]

Hi, U may try any dental school near u. I think the price should be less.

 

[Pulp stone]

Paying a bit extra is worth rather than feeling sorry. Hopefully this will help.

 

[ItsGavinC]

If you find a general dentist that enjoys doing endo, the RCT on #9 shouldn't be different in terms of therapy from a specialist. That tooth will have a wide open canal and the apex will be closed--as far as endo goes that is about as easy as they come.

 

[fido!]

agreed! dental practices are too pricey!!!!!!

Hi, U may try any dental school near u. I think the price should be less.