If you have persistent pain in one of your teeth, this could be due to the presence of a tooth infection. Treatment is then crucial to stop pain and help you avoid tooth loss. In today’s blog, your Londonderry, NH, dentist talks about how we stop pain in a tooth with a root canal procedure.
Toothaches and Infected Teeth
How do you know if you have a tooth that is infected? Symptoms could include persistent tooth sensitivity, or even pain when you bite down or chew. Toothaches that don’t subside with time could be a symptom too. You may also encounter swelling, a discharge from the tooth, or pain in the face or jaw. When you experience symptoms like these, please reach out to us right away for a diagnosis.
A dental infection means that harmful oral bacteria have reached the pulp, your tooth’s nerve center. Without treatment, the tooth could die and allow infection to reach other parts of the smile. You then risk tooth loss and gaps in your smile. But we can help stop pain and keep your smile intact with a root canal procedure!
Ensuring Your Visit is Comfortable
We know some people feel nervous about the thought of a root canal. We understand, especially if someone already has dental anxiety. But we always take steps to ensure the comfort of our patients. For example, we can administer a local anesthesia to the area where the treatment is happening to numb it and keep you comfortable. If you have serious anxiety or special needs, we could offer sedation options to help you enter a deep state of calm and relaxation, often with little to no memory of the procedure at all!
The Root Canal Procedure
When you are ready, we will conduct the root canal to stop pain and preserve your tooth, so you avoid tooth loss and serious complications. First, we will open the tooth to access and remove the infected tissues from within. Afterward, we thoroughly clean the interior of the tooth. We then add a special filling material known as gutta percha. The last step is to cap the tooth with a crown, to protect it and ensure proper bite balance. We often use lifelike materials that we shade to ensure the crown blends with your smile.
If you have any questions about root canal therapy and treating pain in one or more teeth, then contact our team today to learn more!
Schedule An Appointment for an Endodontic Treatment
Our team is ready to take on your infected teeth and offer a solution with comfort and precision. You can schedule an appointment with our team at My Dentist in Londonderry, NH, today by calling 603-965-3407.
