Root Canal Therapy

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Alleviate Pain and Preserve Your Natural Tooth Through Root Canal Therapy

When the tooth’s pulp becomes infected, it may necessitate a root canal. Transitioning to treatment, this procedure is typically painless and serves to preserve the natural tooth, halt infection spread, and restore a healthy, vibrant smile. Additionally, root Canal Therapy in Clearwater, FL. When the tooth’s pulp becomes infected, it may necessitate a root canal. This procedure is typically painless and serves to preserve the natural tooth, halt infection spread, and restore a healthy, vibrant smile.

The Procedure

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Transitioning into the procedure, local anesthesia is administered, and a protective rubber dam is placed. Subsequently, a careful opening is created at the top of the tooth to access the pulp chamber. Following this, a dental file actively cleans the infected tissue and shapes the root canals to remove any traces of infection. X-rays are then utilized to meticulously confirm the thorough removal of infected pulp before proceeding with filling. Finally, restoration usually entails the placement of a dental crown; however, in cases of severe damage, initial reconstruction may be necessary using a post and core.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: How Did My Tooth Become Infected?

There are two common causes of infection: cavities and fractured/broken teeth. Both expose the pulp area to bacteria that live in saliva. These bacteria can cause an infection that can kill the pulp.

Q: Do I Really Need Treatment?

Without treatment, pus from the infected tooth can spread to the root tip and eventually pass to the jaw bone. This can cause an abscess (a pus pocket) that can damage the bone that surrounds the tooth. The pressure this causes can cause excruciating pain and, left untreated, can be life-threatening. An infected tooth can not heal on its own and will only get worse.

Q: What Are The Symptoms?

Symptoms tend to vary from patient to patient. Infected teeth may be sensitive to hot or cold, the area may be swollen or painful, or there may be a bad taste in the mouth. Occasionally there will be no symptoms at all.