I would like some advice from a dentist if possible. I have an appointment
with a dentist tomorrow so I hope that I will get a quick response. When I
went to the dentist a few weeks ago, I was told that I had 8 cavities and at
least one definite root canal and possibly 1 or 2 more.  I was shocked and
confused by the explanation that I got. I walked out of the office not really
knowing what was going on since I didn't even know that a root canal entailed.
I did a little research and now think that I have a pretty good understanding
of the basics.  My main question/concern ahs to do with insurance in a way. I
was wondering if I would be able tohave my other cavities filled before
getting the root canal. I do not know how long I will have my insurance for
and I'm afraid that if I lose my insurance I won't get all of the work done.
Would it be smarter to get the teeth filled (the ones not needing the root
canal) first so that they do not progress and need a root canal as well?
Does the need for the root canal come first?? I was thinking that if I got
all of the teeth filled as soon as possible and then hopefully would still
have time to get the root canal (s) before losing the insurance but just in
case I lost it too soon, I would at least have the teeth filled? I'm sorry
that this is so rambling but I would really appreciate any help. Thanks!