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Root Canal
A root canal is a common, non-surgical dental procedure and can prevent the need for implants or bridges by saving a natural tooth that has become infected.
At the center of the tooth is pulp, which is a soft collection of blood vessels and nerves. The pulp can become infected by deep decay, cracks or chips, or trauma to the tooth. The infection can be identified by visible injury, swelling, sensitivity, pain, the inability to chew with the tooth. It’s possible for the pulp to be injured without visible damage to the tooth. A root canal is performed to remove the diseased pulp and save the tooth. A crown is generally required afterward.
The infected nerve is removed in each root of the tooth and filled with a filler called gutta percha. Antibiotics are often necessary and post-operative soreness is possible for a day or two. A crown is placed over the tooth to complete the restoration.
You will be able to drive yourself and return to your normal routine. Your tooth and gums may be sore after the anesthetic wears off and your gums may swell. Over-the-counter pain medications are usually adequate to treat the pain, but if it becomes extreme or lasts for more than a few days, you should call the office.
At the center of the tooth is pulp, which is a soft collection of blood vessels and nerves. The pulp can become infected by deep decay, cracks or chips, or trauma to the tooth. The infection can be identified by visible injury, swelling, sensitivity, pain, the inability to chew with the tooth. It’s possible for the pulp to be injured without visible damage to the tooth. A root canal is performed to remove the diseased pulp and save the tooth. A crown is generally required afterward.
The infected nerve is removed in each root of the tooth and filled with a filler called gutta percha. Antibiotics are often necessary and post-operative soreness is possible for a day or two. A crown is placed over the tooth to complete the restoration.
You will be able to drive yourself and return to your normal routine. Your tooth and gums may be sore after the anesthetic wears off and your gums may swell. Over-the-counter pain medications are usually adequate to treat the pain, but if it becomes extreme or lasts for more than a few days, you should call the office.