Dental infection could lead to pain and without treatment, the risk of the spread of infection or even tooth loss. To help save the smile and halt discomfort, we could offer a safe and gentle endodontic treatment. In today’s blog, your Prairie Village, KS, dentist talks about root canal therapy.
The Causes and Dangers of an Infected Tooth
When a cavity forms, we want to offer treatment with a filling to stop the decay and protect the tooth. Otherwise, the decay could spread until bacteria can reach the inner pulp. At this stage, the tooth could become infected and without treatment, risk being lost. Infections could also occur due to damaged teeth or teeth grinding. When this happens, you develop tooth sensitivity, toothaches, or pain in the face or jaw. You could experience swelling near the tooth, a discharge from the tooth, or pain when you bite down or chew. Don’t ignore the discomfort in your smile, instead reach out to see if you could benefit from a root canal procedure.
Planning Your Endodontic Treatment
For many, a root canal could be essential to protect the teeth from worsening pain or even loss. To begin, we will need to assess the cause and extent of your infection, so we will take detailed digital x-rays and intraoral camera images of your smile. This enables us to plan the procedure in detail and provide results that look good! Our team always wants to ensure you remain calm and comfortably during treatment, even if you have dental anxiety. Along with a local anesthetic to numb the tooth, we could discuss sedation options to help you reach a calm and relaxed state, so your experience is a positive one.
The Root Canal Procedure
How do we save your tooth with a root canal procedure? To begin, our team will numb your tooth so you are comfortable while we gently open the tooth and remove the tissues from within. We then thoroughly clean the interior of the tooth, and add a special filling material known as gutta percha. Once we cure this restorative filling, we will complete the procedure by capping your tooth with a custom dental crown. The restoration is designed to not only safeguard the tooth, but look natural and blend with the smile too.
If you have any questions about how we treat smiles with a root canal, or if you have an aching tooth that needs treatment, then contact our team today.
Enjoy Comfortable Endodontic Treatment From Dr. Browne, D.D.S.
Our team wants to help you smile with confidence and avoids discomfort or even tooth loss. To find out more about how we diagnose and treat an infected tooth, then call Dr. Browne in Prairie Village, KS, at 913-901-8585.
