An infected tooth could be a source of major discomfort and also lead to issues like tooth loss. To treat an infection and help prevent tooth loss, our team could offer an endodontic treatment known as a root canal procedure. In today’s blog, your Grand Prairie, TX, dentist talks about treatment with root canal therapy.
The Causes of Dental Infection
An infection means that harmful oral bacteria have made contact with the inner pulp, the nerve center of your tooth. This could be possible due to factors that compromise the protective layer of outer enamel. For example, an untreated cavity or a serious injury to the tooth. When the infection forms, you could experience tooth sensitivity when you eat or drink, toothaches, pain when you bite down, or aches in the face and jaw. There could also be swelling and even a discharge for the tooth itself. When you experience symptoms like these, don’t delay. Contact our team so we can conduct a diagnosis with advanced digital imaging technology. We will not only find out if you have an infection, we will assess the cause and position to plan the root canal in detail.
Ensuring Your Procedure is Comfortable
We know the idea of an endodontic treatment can be anxiety-inducing, especially if you have a phobia of the dentist or special needs that make undergoing care difficult. But don’t worry, we will take steps to ensure you are calm and comfortable throughout the procedure. Our team will administer a local anesthetic to the area where treatment is occurring, so we can keep you comfortable. We also have dental sedation options, special treatments that can help you enter a deep state of calm and relaxation that make the process comfortable even if you have anxiety. You will also have little to no memory of the procedure at all!
The Root Canal Treatment
When we have planned the procedure in detail and properly sedated you, we will move forward with the procedure. First, we need to open the tooth so we can access and remove the tissues from within. We then clean the interior of the tooth. Our team next places a special restorative filling material to the interior of the tooth. The last step is to cap the tooth with a dental crown, one that is custom-made to ensure it fits comfortably and protects your tooth, while also offering a more lifelike appearance. To help prevent the risk of future infections, be sure you brush and floss daily, see our team for checkups and cleanings, and eat a diet low in sugar and starch.
If you have any questions about the root canal treatment process, then contact our team today to learn more.
Do You Have Any Questions About Endodontic Treatment?
The team at Pecan Tree Dental in Grand Prairie, TX, is ready to treat an infected tooth with a root canal procedure. To schedule an appointment with our team, call us today at 972-262-5111.
