An infected tooth could be a source of serious pain, and without treatment, this could cause a tooth to become lost! But with endodontic treatment, we have a way of stopping infection and preserving your tooth. In today’s blog, your team at Riverside Dental Group talks about saving infected teeth with a root canal procedure.
Dental Infection
At the center of your tooth is a collection of tissues known as the pulp, which keeps your tooth functional, overseeing the necessary flow of blood and nutrients. When a tooth is infected, this means harmful bacteria has reached your pulp, usually through an untreated cavity or a serious injury. Without treatment, this could lead to major pain and eventually, the death of your pulp. Which means a greater risk of tooth loss and spreading infection!
When you experience toothaches, sensitivity, pain when speaking, aches in the face and jaw, and swelling near the tooth, then let us know. A discharge from the tooth is possible too. When you experience these symptoms, you need help right away. You need a root canal!
Root Canal Therapy
With a root canal, we will open the tooth so that we can remove the tissues from within. We then clean the inside of your tooth thoroughly and replace what we removed with a special filling material known as gutta percha. The last step is to cap the tooth with a crown, a restoration that looks natural and blends with the rest of your smile. The crown protects the remaining structure and helps ensure you can chew and speak without complication, keeping your bite balanced. The root canal stops pain and prevents the loss of your tooth!
Keeping You Comfortable
We always take steps to ensure your root canal procedure is a comfortable one. We can numb the tooth directly with a local anesthesia, and then discuss sedation if needed to help you enter a deep state of calm and relaxation, often with little to no memory of the procedure at all. If you have any questions about stopping tooth pain with a safe and gentle root canal, or if you have symptoms that need attention, then contact our team today to learn more and get started.
Riverside Dental Group Provides Endodontic Treatment
Endodontic treatment can provide a way to keep your smile comfortable and whole. To learn more about endodontic treatment, then please call:
Riverside Dental Group at Magnolia in Riverside, CA at (951) 689-5031.
Dental Associates of Moreno Valley in Moreno Valley, CA at (951) 697-6800.
Riverside Dental Group at Woodcrest (951) 776-9001.
Oasis Family Dental in Temecula, CA at (951) 695-2290.
Dental Associates of Riverside in Riverside, CA at (951) 369-1001.
Dental Associates of Corona in Corona, CA at (951) 273-9580.
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