Root Canal Therapy
What Are The Reasons For Getting Root Canal Therapy?
When a tooth becomes cavitated, the oral bacteria cross the protective layers to reach the pulp. The pupal tissues contain blood vessels and sensitive nerve endings that supply the tooth structure. So when it gets infected, an inflammatory response is triggered, resulting in severely painful symptoms. Some common ones include:
- Sharp, stabbing pain or dull, lingering pain in teeth
- Extreme sensitivity to hot and cold
- Pain upon biting or chewing
- Increased tenderness
- Severe tooth decay
- Pus discharge
- Discoloration of the offending tooth/teeth
- Orofacial swelling
In such instances, delaying treatment may cause further complications and threaten the health of adjacent teeth. We can prevent these consequences and save your tooth with root canal treatment.
Questions About Root Canal Therapy
Procedure Of Root Canal Therapy
At our practice, we perform root canal therapy under local anesthesia to minimize pain and discomfort. The entire treatment may take one or more appointments, depending on the complexity of your case. During your initial consultation, we will perform a clinical exam and record dental x-rays to study the extent of damage.
The procedure begins with drilling a small hole in your tooth to expose the canal openings. We will extract the damaged pulp tissues and thoroughly debride the canals. After complete disinfection, we will seal the canals with a rubber-like substance called gutta-percha. The final step involves the placement of a dental filling or a crown to close the opening and protect the remaining tooth structure.
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Took my 7 month old in for his first visit and everyone was so helpful and made the first visit so easy . Lisa in the front was so helpful answering any question I had and was so nice to me and my baby ,as well as made checking out easy and fast . Nora in the room was so patient and made sure my child was comfortable.
Karina and Lisa were very attentive in the front ! Nora, Juana, Alex were attentive to my treatment needs ! Dr. Dang is the best DANG dentist !!! He’s was very detailed with my treatment! He took his time to make sure I was comfortable through out my whole dental treatment!! Thank y’all !!
ruly and very satisfied with my dental appointment, I hadn't gone to the dentist in about 8 years because I had a bad experience. I switched my entire family to be seen with Dr.Dang, him and his team are great. Nora the dental assistant was very nice and informative throughout the whole visit.
How Long Does It Take To Recover After A Root Canal?
Root canal therapy is generally painless, but you may feel slight tenderness in your tooth/teeth once the effect of anesthesia wears off. In cases of multi-rooted teeth, we may place a temporary filling after pulp extraction and recall you after a few days. During this period, we will instruct you to avoid eating hard foods and biting on solid objects as they may cause pain. You can take over-the-counter painkillers for ease and comfort.
Once the treatment is complete and a dental crown has been placed, you are free to enjoy your favorite meals. However, if the pain persists, it is better to visit our dental experts to get immediate treatment.
Frequently Asked Questions
Despite their reputation, root canals are typically no more uncomfortable than getting a filling, because the tooth is numbed throughout the procedure. In fact, a root canal relieves the pain caused by infection. Some mild tenderness afterward is normal and usually eases within a few days with over-the-counter pain relief.
