Root Canal

Root canals are an essential dentistry procedure. When you have an infected tooth, it can be extremely sensitive and uncomfortable, but a root canal can help with tooth pain relief.

With a root canal performed by the caring dentists at Great Smile Dental, you can live your life without pain and tooth sensitivity. A root canal also prevents infection from spreading and causing further health concerns.

If you’ve noticed pain in your tooth, it’s a good idea to schedule an appointment. Our dental team will determine the cause of the symptoms and find the right treatment, which may include a root canal. Contact us today to get started.

Root canal

WHAT IS A ROOT CANAL?

A root canal can save a natural tooth that has become severely damaged or infected. Keeping your natural tooth in place will support your jaw structure and long-term dental health. 

Our team of dentists can perform a root canal in our office and help you get back to smiling comfortably again. Although many patients feel anxious about the root canal procedure, it is typically no more uncomfortable than a dental filling

WHEN DO YOU NEED A ROOT CANAL?

A root canal is needed if bacteria gets in the pulp inside your tooth. Root canals may be necessary if:

  • You have a deep cavity.
  • You have a damaged or cracked tooth that allows bacteria to enter the tooth pulp.

The best way to know for sure if you need a root canal is to book an appointment with us. With routine dental visits, we can catch and treat cavities and tooth damage before infection begins.

You should also be on the lookout for the following symptoms of tooth infection:

While many things can cause tooth pain, a deep pain that spreads to your jaw or face can indicate an infection. If the pain is consistent and not going away, you’ll definitely want to seek dental intervention.

If your tooth hurts while eating or from any kind of pressure, this could be because the nerves inside your tooth are damaged from the infection.

This is another telltale sign of a tooth infection or gum disease. So, it’s best to see a dentist if you have swollen gums.

Infection in your tooth can also cause pimples and boils on the gums. They may bleed or weep.

If you have any of these symptoms, give the Great Dental Smile team a call right away. We will examine your tooth and figure out the right treatment to alleviate your discomfort.

WHAT TO EXPECT

The first step is to clean the area and make a tiny hole in the back of the tooth to access the pulp chamber. Your dentist will carefully remove the infected material and clean the interior of the tooth before placing a bio-compatible compound inside to stabilize the tooth structure. 

Once complete, the tooth will be sealed again and in many cases, a dental crown will eventually be placed. Sealing the tooth may be completed at a second visit and your dentist will go over what to expect in your unique situation before treatment begins.

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Relieve Pain with a Root Canal

Root canals are crucial treatments to remove infection and improve your quality of life. If you have an infected tooth, it puts your dental and overall health at risk. It’s important to remove the infection with a root canal. Luckily, modern dentistry techniques ensure a root canal is a straightforward process that is often as easy as a dental filling.

If you’ve noticed symptoms like tooth pain and sensitivity, our dental team wants you to feel comfortable again. Give us a call to schedule an appointment!