One common misconception is root canal treatment done teeth are susceptible to dental decay. Is there an element of truth to it? As said it is just a misconception because whether a tooth is done for root canal or not, all teeth are equally susceptible to dental decay. Keep reading.

Difference between a Root Canal done Tooth and a Normal Tooth

The only difference between a normal tooth and a root canal treated tooth is that the root canal treated tooth is not supplied with nerves and blood.

If the root canal treated tooth has been done with proper filling and has been placed with a crown, it receives sufficient protection from tooth fracture. But it needs to be kept in mind that tooth decay is still not ruled out. Only upkeep of proper dental hygiene like  brushing and flossing, along with regular dental checkups, can help prevent tooth decay and gum problems. This is true to all the teeth.

When does a Root Canal Treated Teeth Get Decayed?

Some patients think that once they get tooth filling and crown after the root canal treatment, their root canal done tooth is free of decay. What they forget is the fact that the crown is connected to a natural tooth underneath it and because of this, decay can form around the edges of a crown.  It is in this place that dental decay can manifest and can completely fail the teeth. 

Actually speaking, a root canal treatment is done for badly decayed teeth and they can prevent the complete loss of natural teeth. So in effect, they protect the teeth against further dental decay.