Comments on: Root canal danger

By: James

James — Fri, 16 Sep 2011 16:48:14 +0000

Francis, if I were you, I will extract the root canal tooth out.

By: francis

francis — Fri, 16 Sep 2011 16:32:25 +0000

I’ve been trawling the internet for information on root canals after I had my first one done about 2 months ago. Ever since then my health has deteriorated to the point where I now feel so exhausted I cannot leave the house. I have a history of chronic fatigue but this is worse than anything I have ever known. My blood tests are all clear and my dentist wants to redo it to remove some residual infection but I feel like having it pulled. I’d appreciate any feedback on this because I feel desperate to get my health back.

By: sharon

sharon — Thu, 28 Jul 2011 04:25:21 +0000

I highly respect Dr Mercola and his knowledge. His web site is http://www.mercola.com Type in root canal in the serach window and he will explain the dangers.

By: James

James — Sun, 24 Jul 2011 07:40:48 +0000

Thanks everyone, for sharing your valuable experience and expertise in this subject.

By: Maureen

Maureen — Sun, 24 Jul 2011 01:54:49 +0000

Thank you, James, for speaking the truth.
I had a root canal done in 2003 at age 52. Prior to that time I was in robust health, high energy and no physical pain anywhere.
After that procedure was done, I began a 5 year downward spiral in my health. I started to develop serious pain in my back (lumbar and thoracic spine), had balance problems, insomnia, trouble focusing and extreme fatigue and nausea. In 2008, I experienced extreme swelling of my parotid gland (the large salivary gland under your ear). Coincidently (or not) it was right next to the top molar that was my root canal.
I consulted an endodontist and he insisted that the root canal xrays looked fine. I got even sicker. I finally went to a biologic dentist, and he suggested that I go to an oral surgeon and have it removed.
I will always celebrate the date of Sept. 13, 2010. That is the day my health began to improve. I went on to have all of my silver amalgams removed (I had 10). I’m happy to say that, less than one year later, my health has returned and I feel like living again.
I don’t care who says that American dental practices are safe, nor what their credentials are, I know by my personal journey through hell that they are not. I recommend that anyone who is experiencing one health issue after another, start looking in your mouth.

By: Chantel

Chantel — Fri, 22 Jul 2011 11:26:31 +0000

I have just had a root canal 4 days ago. 2 days after the rc I started experiencing pain, toothache….. jaw pain and earache…. I have a very high pain threshhold. I can take pain, but this was unbearable. I visited a different dentist andhe took xrays. He said that the rc was done properly, however there was some cement left in the bottom. My body is trying to work it out, and that is where the pain is originating. He put me on very strong antibiotics. It is now the day after I started, but the pain is still there. He said to wait 24 hrs for it to settle. has anyone else had this sort of experience? CC

By: miranda

miranda — Sat, 09 Jul 2011 22:58:32 +0000

Thank you for the eye opening information. I have had cancerous conditions in my gums which required the removal of most of my molars to allow for treatment of the bone under the teeth, I was left with four anchor molars and most of my front teeth to my eye tooth on each side. All of the remaining molars are root canals only one is capped with a porcelain and gold crown. Just before all the surgery, I was diagnosed with M.S. and M.G. balance, vision and general health have all continued to diminish. I now am faced with the deterioration of the remaining root canals and now four other cavitys. I, like a lot of US citizens, have no insurance to help with this, I am on SSI and our health care plan does not consider illness caused by our teeth a covered illness. I am considering going to a foreign country for treatment as you did with your wife. I have purchased a copy of your book and will continue to gain insight from your experiences. I also look forward to the day when I can again walk down the hall way and not ram into the wall and wonder why???? Thank You