An infection could be due to an untreated cavity or an injured tooth, and could be a source of major discomfort too. To stop the pain and prevent your tooth from being lost or requiring extraction, we can offer endodontic treatment. In today’s blog, your Londonderry, NH, dentist talks about stopping toothaches with a root canal.
Infected Teeth and Toothaches
A dental infection means that harmful oral bacteria have made contact with the inner pulp, the nerve center of your tooth. As we touched on above, this could be due to an untreated cavity or even injury to the tooth. When this happens, you could experience toothaches, pain when you bite down or chew, jaw and facial aches, swelling near the tooth, or even a discharge from it. Don’t ignore these potential symptoms, talk to our team. Otherwise, the infection will increase in severity until the tooth essentially dies, which allows infection to reach other parts of your smile. The tooth could be lost, or even require extraction to safeguard your smile! Which is why you may need a root canal.
The Root Canal Procedure
Our team will examine your smile with digital x-rays to pinpoint the source of your discomfort. If we find the presence of an infection, then our team will plan a root canal procedure to bring relief and preserve your tooth. First, we will numb the tooth and offer sedation for anxious patients. We want you to be comfortable as we open the tooth and remove the tissues from within. Next, we will thoroughly clean the inside of the tooth and then add a special restorative filing known as gutta percha. The last step is to cap the tooth with a crown, one that is designed to look natural. This takes only one visit and brings relief to your smile.
Safeguarding Your Smile
Following your root canal procedure, you can take steps to help lower your risk of future trouble. At home, be sure you brush and floss daily to prevent cavities. You should also cut back on the sugar and starch in your diet too. We also recommend seeing our team for a checkup and cleaning every six months, so we can monitor your smile and remove the plaque and tartar buildup that could weaken and erode enamel. If you have any questions about how our team will treat your infection with a root canal, or if you want to schedule a visit soon, then contact our team today.
Do You Have an Aching Tooth?
Our team wants to help you enjoy good oral health and avoid the risks posed by an untreated infection. Contact My Dentist in Londonderry, NH at (603) 965-3407 to speak with our team and schedule your next visit.
