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Hey I Just Want To Ask, Can A 3 Yr

Posted on Mon, 8 Mar 2021

Question: Hey i just want to ask, can a 3 yr old root canal have infection or problems without toothache? And Would it cause facial swelling?

Answered by Dr. Honey Arora (2 hours later)

Brief Answer:
Yes, it is possible

Detailed Answer:
Hi.
Thanks for writing to us.

Well it is possible for a root canal treated tooth to get
re-infected.
It can also cause facial swelling but is many a times associated with pain.
Painĺess swelling can sometimes be due to cyst formation.

So once get a clinical examination of the tooth done and get an x ray done.

Please write back for further questions.

Thanks

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Prasad

Follow up: Dr. Honey Arora (1 hour later)

okay thank you, can you explain tooth related csyt? would i see it or is it possibleto not show on surface of gum? because looking at gums its some dark areas around tooth and red.

Answered by Dr. Honey Arora (2 days later)

Brief Answer:
Cyst can appear on the gum as a round mass

Detailed Answer:
Hi .
Cyst can apper over the gum as a round swelling.
For a confirmation you should get an x ray of the tooth done
It will help in ruling out the exact cause of swelling.

Thanks.

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Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Nagamani Ng