Tips for Root Canal Aftercare
A root canal is a dental technique devised to treat infection or damage within the pulp (the innermost chamber) of the tooth. While the procedure has a reputation for being painful, thanks …
The term root canal treatment refers to the inner chamber between the tooth roots and the pulp, and also to the dental treatment for removing infected pulp material. Tooth infections can cause severe tooth pain and often necessitate tooth extraction. With root canal treatment, a dentist may be able to save the tooth and alleviate pain.
The root canals house the tooth nerves and blood vessels. After the permanent teeth emerge fully from the gums, the nerves serve no particular purpose other than feeling stimuli like cold and heat. Removing the nerve in an infected tooth is a necessary process to treat the pain resulting from decay or infection in the tooth pulp.
Some of the common causes of tooth infection include severe tooth decay that reaches the core of the tooth, and damage — such as cracks or chips, tooth trauma and large fillings — compromises the tooth’s structure and opens it up to bacterial infection.
The root canal procedure is done in multiple stages, which involves cleaning out the infected tooth material and sealing the tooth to prevent future reinfection. Patients can expect the following during treatment:
Some patients may experience tooth sensitivity and pain after the procedure. The discomfort is usually minor and temporary and taking over-the-counter pain medications is typically enough. If symptoms persist, a visit to the dental office will be necessary. After the procedure, patients need to practice good oral hygiene and visit the dentist regularly for cleanings and checkups.
Root canal treatment is highly effective for saving an infected tooth. If you are experiencing signs of a tooth infection, contact our office immediately for an appointment.
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A root canal is a dental technique devised to treat infection or damage within the pulp (the innermost chamber) of the tooth. While the procedure has a reputation for being painful, thanks …
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Patients typically do not feel much discomfort during root canal therapy, but there is likely to be discomfort during the recovery process. It is helpful to become familiar with the likely …
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