When a tooth hurts, this could mean the potential presence of an infection. If so, then you need endodontic treatment to avoid tooth loss. In today’s blog, your Londonderry, NH, dentist talks about how we protect smiles with a root canal procedure, putting a stop to infection-related discomfort and preserving your smile. You don’t have to live with discomfort!

The Causes of Infected Teeth

A dental infection means that harmful oral bacteria have made contact with your tooth’s nerve center, the inner pulp. This could happen due to an untreated cavity that grows and spreads through the tooth, or due to an injury that breaks or cracks the tooth, exposing the interior. When an infection develops, you could experience painful tooth sensitivity and toothaches that do not subside after a day or two. Other warning signs may include pain when you bite down or chew, swelling near the tooth, or even a discharge from it, along with jaw and facial pain. Don’t ignore these possible symptoms, contact our team right away for treatment.

Preparing Your Smile for Treatment

Our team will start by conducting a detailed digital x-ray of the tooth to identify the presence and severity of the infection. From there, we can plan the treatment in detail. We will numb the area with a local anesthetic to keep you comfortable, and we can offer sedation to help you enter a deep state of calm and relaxation, your procedure is comfortable even if you have dental anxiety.

Root Canal Therapy

When we are ready, our team will start the root canal by opening the tooth to access and remove the tissues from within. We then clean the interior of your tooth and add a special restorative material. Finally, we cap the tooth with a dental crown, one that looks natural and protects the tooth from further injury. The procedure can stop discomfort and prevent the onset of an infection, so you can smile with confidence and enjoy optimal oral health again! To lower your risk of future infections, you should brush and floss each day, limit how much sugar and starch is in your diet, and also take time to undergo a checkup and cleaning! If you have any questions about how we treat infected teeth with a root canal, or if you have pain in a tooth that needs attention, then contact our team today to learn more.

Schedule a Visit for Endodontic Treatment!

By treating concerns with the interior of your tooth, we can help preserve your smile! Give us a call at My Dentist in Londonderry, NH at (603)965-3407 today. Don’t live with discomfort, instead talk to our team about possible solutions, so we can help you enjoy your best possible smile.