Root Canal
Is Tooth Pain Interfering With Your Life?
CONTACT JERSEY CITY DENTAL NOWIf you have chronic tooth pain, it may be a symptom of a tooth infection. In order to save the tooth and avoid an extraction, a root canal treatment may be required as soon as possible. If a patient waits too long to address the infection, it could enter the blood and spread throughout the body.
Call or contact our Jersey City, NJ, dental office today to have Dr. Douglas look at your tooth and recommend a corresponding treatment. Our state-of-the-art technology and financing options can deliver quality treatment to you at an affordable price.
A Look at an Infected Tooth
The blood vessels, nerves, and other tissues inside of a tooth are known as the pulp. If your tooth has a crack or a cavity, bacteria can enter the tooth and cause the pulp to become infected or inflamed. Infections in the pulp can cause pain, increase your sensitivity to hot or cold, and discolor your gums.
The infection in the pulp needs to be removed as soon as possible to save the natural tooth. If not, an extraction may be necessary for the future. Without treatment, decay can spread to other teeth. The infection can eventually enter your bloodstream and spread to other areas of your body.
Address Tooth Pain With a Root Canal
During a root canal treatment, an endodontist - a dentist who specializes in repairing tissue inside the tooth - removes infected pulp from the interior of a tooth. The infected area of a tooth is often the cause of pain. A root canal treatment also prevents bacteria from destroying the tooth, saving the natural tooth structure and eliminating the need for an extraction. The treated tooth is carefully cleaned and disinfected, then filled and sealed with durable dental material.
During the procedure, the endodontist will use rotary instruments. These tools allow dentists access to the inside of the tooth and the ability to remove the infection. Our rotary tools are quieter and more comfortable for patients than hand file instruments.
If the tooth is too decayed for a root canal, your dentist may recommend an extraction and an implant.
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Are Root Canals Painful?
Some patients may avoid root canals due to the misconception that the procedure is painful. However, the procedure is performed under local anesthesia and is generally no more uncomfortable than receiving a filling.
After your root canal, you might feel some discomfort or soreness for a few days. Over-the-counter medications can effectively manage the pain.
If you have any questions about pain and discomfort associated with root canals, please let our dentists know during your consultation. We will be happy to answer your questions and talk about your concerns.
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