Root Canal Endodontics Phoenix AZ & Surrounding Areas
Root Canal (Endodontics) is a dental specialty that deals with the nerves of the teeth. Root canals are probably the most notorious procedure in dentistry and the most common procedure relating to endodontics. When a tooth becomes infected it is usually related to the nerves in the root of the tooth. Then you must remove the nerve with infection. If left untreated an infection can turn into an abscess, which is a much more serious problem that includes bone loss in the jaw.
About the Treatment
Local anesthesia begins the procedure in the area around the tooth. The dentist will then drill down into the tooth to create an opening in the canal. They will then be able to remove infected tissue and clean the canal. After the infection has been removed, the space is filled with a sealant called gutta percha. We highly recommend that a tooth that has undergone a root canal is fitted with a crown. This will improve the appearance of the tooth, and will also make it much more likely that the root canal is successful.
“Root canal” has become a scary term for dental patients to hear, but the benefits of the procedure and advances in dental technology have made it much less “scary”. In most instances, the surgery can be done with little to no discomfort by local anesthesia and adequate pain medicine. There may be some soreness following the procedure, but that is normal for most dental procedures. Over-the-counter painkillers are usually enough to relieve any pain afterward, but your dentist may prescribe medication.
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The procedure will also relieve you from pain caused by the infection allowing you to enjoy all the foods you love without any pain from heat, cold, or biting too hard. If you are experiencing pain consult your dentist today.
