4 Root Canal Alternatives

In this video I discuss 4 alternatives to getting a root canal, and some of the pros and cons of each. Consult your dentist for proper medical advice. ;-)

Can Implants Prevent Bone Resorption?
http://www.missingteeth.org/resorption.html

More on Implants and Bone Resorption:
https://dentalimplants.com/understanding-dental-implants.php
“Bone needs stimulation to stay healthy. Because dental implants fuse to the bone, they stabilize it and prevent further bone loss. Resorption is a normal and inevitable process in which bone is lost when it is no longer supporting or connected to teeth. Only dental implants can stop this process and preserve the bone.”

Dental Implants:
http://doctorspiller.com/Dental_Implants/implants.htm
(97%+ success after 10 years, no risk of decay, no additional risk of abutment teeth developing abscesses as with 3-unit bridges.

Partial Dentures:
http://doctorspiller.com/partial_dentures.htm

(I consider these to be a temporary measure as they will not prevent bone resorption.)

Zirconia implants: http://www.dentalimplantsusa.com/zirconium-metal-free-dental-implants.php

http://www.ceraroot.com/patients/zirconia-vs-titanium/

http://www.oralhealthgroup.com/news/biomechanical-and-clinical-attributes-of-zirconia-dental-implants-two-case-reports/1002516574/?&er=NA

http://www.dcsmiles.com/metal-free-zirconium-implants.html