A root canal is prescribed when your tooth develops an infection, because otherwise the pain in your tooth could increase and you could potentially lose your tooth! Which is why when your tooth hurts, we hope you will see us soon. In today’s blog, your Grand Prairie, TX, dentist talks about how root canal therapy can help you avoid tooth loss.
The Link Between Infection and Missing Teeth
A dental infection means that through an untreated cavity or possibly an injury to the tooth, the inner pulp has been exposed to harmful bacteria. Since the pulp controls the flow of blood and nutrients to and from the tooth, this could lead to serious discomfort and even risk the loss of the tooth. Which is why when you experience warning signs of an infection, you should see our team for a diagnosis to find out if you benefit from a root canal treatment. Warning signs could include tooth sensitivity when you eat or drink, toothaches, swelling near the tooth, a discharge from the tooth, or aches in the face and jaw. Don’t ignore these potential symptoms, please reach out to our team right away.
Saving Your Smile with a Root Canal
Our team will conduct a detailed examination with digital x-rays, so that we can assess the position and severity of your infection, planning the treatment in detail. The procedure involves our team opening the tooth so that we can access and remove the tissues from within. Once we do, we will thoroughly clean the inside of the tooth. We replace the removed tissues with a special restorative filling known as gutta percha. The last step is to cap the tooth with a dental crown. The restoration will be custom-made to ensure a proper fit and a balanced bite. But we also use durable and lifelike materials, which we can shade to blend with your smile. We want you to smile with confidence following your treatment!
Keeping You Comfortable
We know that the idea of a root canal can be anxiety-inducing for some, which is why we offer calming medications. With a local anesthetic, our team can numb the tooth to keep you cozy during treatment. But we could also discuss sedation to help even anxious patients enter a deep state of calm throughout the treatment. We want your experience in our office to be a positive one, so that you always look forward to seeing us, and can receive the care necessary to enjoy good oral health.
If you have any questions about how we diagnose and treat an infected tooth with a root canal, or about what to do when your tooth starts to hurt, then contact our office today to learn more. We want to help you enjoy your best possible smile!
Schedule Your Visit for Endodontic Treatment!
Our team wants to address the infection in your smile to keep your smile whole and healthy. When you are ready to schedule your next appointment with our office, contact Pecan Tree Dental in Grand Prairie, TX at 972-262-5111 today.
