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What Is A Root Canal?
A root canal is usually referred to as the dental method used to relieve pain or remove infected material from the inner passages between the roots and pulp of a tooth. It usually involves eliminating the impaired area, disinfecting, cleaning, and sealing after. Adult teeth have a very significant job sensing cold, heat, and other incentives. Root canal soreness can be very painful and tender because it contains several blood vessels and nerves. In certain cases, a specialist in endodontics is necessary. At our office, our staff can determine what would be the best approach.
Generally, Pain In A Root Canal Is Triggered By:
If severe canal problems go untreated, it can possibly cause infection within the tooth pulp causing major trauma to the teeth. However, not all tooth pain is considered for a root canal procedure. After an appointment at our office, we can recommend that you have a root canal completed or send you to an endodontist if no other alternative can be made.
Decay
Chips or cracks in a tooth that can possibly cause tooth decay or root canal pain.
Damage
If tooth decay enters the outer layers of a tooth it can cause severe discomfort in the root canals.
Disease
When a patient needs frequent dental procedures in the same region it can cause deep tooth decay and ultimately cause pain within the root canal.
When Should I See An Endodontist?
It goes without saying that no one enjoys getting their teeth done, but when suffering from real tooth pain it’s vital to address the problem quickly. The sooner you get attention, the more likely you will save the tooth. Not to mention, you will feel 100% better. Whether you have an injured tooth, tooth pain, sensitive teeth, or there is noticeable swelling around the teeth or gums; you should contact your dentist for a thorough examination. Only then will you know if you need an endodontist or not.
Signs Of Infection That Are In Need Of A Root Canal Consist Of:
Pain while eating or when pressure is applied to the area
Teeth that have sensitivity to hot and cold temperatures
Small bumps on or near the gums of the tooth or teeth in pain
Swelling and tenderness of the gums. Blackening of the tooth
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