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Root Canals
When Is a Root Canal Needed?
When decay and bacteria are left untreated for an extended period of time, root canal therapy is required. This decay eventually reaches the pulp inside the tooth. Since this pulp contains nerves, infection typically results in excruciating pain. You might not notice the damage because it is occurring inside the tooth. Alternatively, you can experience pain and see additional symptoms like swelling, bleeding, and foul breath.
You risk losing the tooth and/or developing a more widespread infection throughout your mouth if you don't seek dental care because you're afraid of getting a root canal. In actuality, these issues would necessitate more involved care than a root canal.
What Happens During a Root Canal?
We perform a comprehensive examination to determine whether the problem is with your teeth or somewhere else before executing a root canal. In the event that we suggest a root canal to address your issue, we remove the damaged pulp, which is no longer required for the tooth to operate. After that, we fill, seal, and clean the inside of the tooth. Lastly, we repair it with a crown or filling. Depending on how serious your infection is, the course of therapy and the number of appointments may change.
When you have any kind of oral discomfort or other symptoms, please schedule an appointment right away. When issues are detected early rather than later when they have worsened, treatments are quicker, simpler, and more affordable.
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