Root Canals are a specialized treatment that involves treating the roots of a damaged or decayed tooth. Root canal services can relieve pain and prevent further damage to the affected tooth by removing the infected pulp and filling in the empty root canal space with a special material. Root canal treatments are typically performed by a dentist, who has extensive training in this specialized area of dental care.
If you are experiencing any pain or sensitivity in your teeth, it is important to seek out professional help from us as soon as possible. Without treatment, an infected tooth will continue to cause discomfort and may even lead to more serious complications down the road. Luckily, root canal services are highly effective at relieving dental pain and restoring healthy function to damaged teeth.
At your first appointment, your dentist will perform a thorough examination of your teeth and take any necessary x-rays to assess the severity of the infection. If it is determined that you are a good candidate for root canal treatment, your dentist will begin the procedure by numbing the area around the affected tooth. The infected pulp tissue is then removed from the inside of the tooth and the empty Root Canal space is filled in with special materials designed to prevent further infection.
Depending on how extensive your infection is, you may need one or more appointments to complete your Root Canal treatment. Once this procedure has been completed, it is important to follow up with regular checkups with your dentist so that he or she can monitor your recovery and make any necessary adjustments to ensure optimal healing.
If you are experiencing any signs of dental pain or sensitivity, it is important not to delay in seeking treatment. Root Canal services are highly effective at restoring healthy function to damaged teeth and can help relieve pain and prevent more serious complications down the road. To learn more about Root Canal services visit us today.
Signs That You Have an Infected Tooth
- Sensitivity or pain when eating, drinking, or biting down on your teeth
- Red, swollen, or tender gums around the area of infection
- Discoloration of your tooth that is not caused by staining from food or drink
- Persistent bad breath or a bad taste in your mouth
- A visible hole in the surface of your tooth where the infection has begun to spread
If you are experiencing any of these symptoms, it is important to seek professional help right away. Root canal services can effectively treat infections in the roots and pulp tissue of damaged teeth, allowing you to restore function and alleviate painful symptoms. To learn more about root canal treatment options call our office today.
