An infected tooth can lead to serious pain and without treatment, this could mean the risk of losing a tooth. But with a root canal, we can take on infection to keep your smile full and bring relief. In today’s blog, your Prairie Village, KS, dentist talks about the benefits of root canal therapy.
The Causes and Risks of an Infected Tooth
How does a tooth become infected? A dental infection is possible when a tooth is injured or when a cavity remains untreated. These factors could eventually enable bacteria to reach the pulp, the nerve center of your tooth. At this point, the tooth becomes infected and without treatment, could become lost. When you experience symptoms like toothaches, tooth sensitivity, pain in the face and jaw, and swelling or discharge from the tooth, then reach out to our team right away. Our team can examine your smile and see if you need a root canal!
Steps to Ensure Your Comfort
We know that some people get nervous when they hear they need a root canal. But we take steps to ensure your endodontic treatment is a comfortable and positive experience. In fact, most people find it comparable to receiving a single dental filling. We will administer a local anesthetic to the tooth to numb it for treatment. We also have dental sedation to help you enter a deep state of calm and relaxation if you have special needs or high anxiety levels that could complicate your ability to receive treatment.
The Root Canal Procedure
What happens during your procedure? Our team will gently open the tooth so that we can access and remove the sutures from within. Once we do, we will clean the inside of the tooth thoroughly, and then add a special restorative filling material. The last step is to cap the tooth with a crown, one custom-made to not only look natural and blend with the tooth, but protect it from injury or further decay or infection. You now enjoy better oral health and a comfortable smile, and avoid the risk of tooth loss.
If you have any questions about how our team will diagnose and treat issues like infection with a root canal, or if you have an aching tooth that needs attention, then contact our team today to learn more. We look forward to helping you smile with confidence and avoid discomfort and tooth loss!
Learn More About Our Endodontic Treatments
Dr. Browne and his team in Prairie Village, KS, are ready to help treat your infected tooth and keep your smile intact. When you have an aching tooth or any of the other symptoms we have discussed, then reach out to our team today by calling 913-901-8585 to get started!
