What is a Root Canal?
Every tooth in your mouth has a pulp chamber at its core. In this pulp chamber are living connective tissues where nerves travel along small passageways called canals.
Sometimes, the pulp chamber becomes infected, stimulating the nerves and causing a horrible toothache. Root canal treatment is a cleaning of this tooth root canal. It eliminates infected tissue, alleviates pain, and preserves the life of the tooth.
Symptoms of a Root Canal Infection
You may be in need of a root canal treatment if you are experiencing the following symptoms:
- Severe toothache or tooth pain.
- A discolored or darkened tooth.
- Pain when biting or chewing food.
- Heightened tooth sensitivity to cold or heat.
Root canals usually come with a lot of pain, so the infection shouldn’t go unnoticed for too long. But it’s important to be vigilant for early warning signs such as discoloration.
The best dental experience ever ! I had my first root canal and was apprehensive to say the least but the staff was so patient, explaining every thing prior to the procedure and checking with me frequently about pain level and needs. It was so painless I was absolutely shocked! Dr. Mo called me at home that evening to check on me and again a couple of days later. Now that’s a rare occurrence this day and age. I’ve been a patient at Mason Dental for about 4 years now and I don’t plan on ever going anywhere else for my dental care. They are the best!!!
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The Benefits of Root Canal Therapy
Root canals come with a myriad of benefits, including:
- Pain alleviation: root canal treatment will remove the infection from the tooth and leave you pain-free.
- Protection from further infection: infections in a single tooth will likely spread to other teeth if left untreated. Root canal therapy stops this spreading of infection before it jeopardizes your other teeth.
- Better hygiene: root canal therapy doesn’t just eliminate infection; it also rids your tooth of other dangerous bacteria that may be lurking around.
- Long-term protection: root canal treatment saves the afflicted tooth from extraction so your natural smile lasts even longer.
If you’re experiencing symptoms of root canal infection, don’t hesitate to visit our office!
What to Expect During a Root Canal Procedure at Mason Dental
A root canal at Mason Dental is designed for maximum comfort and efficiency. Here’s what you can expect during your visit:
- Comprehensive Evaluation: Before your procedure, we perform a thorough examination and digital imaging to assess the extent of infection and plan your treatment.
- Gentle Anesthesia: We use advanced local anesthesia to ensure you feel little to no discomfort throughout the procedure.
- Infection Removal: The infected pulp is carefully removed from the tooth’s interior, and the canals are cleaned and disinfected.
- Sealing and Restoration: The treated area is sealed to prevent future infection, and a crown or filling is placed to restore the tooth’s function and appearance.
- Post-Procedure Care: Our team provides detailed aftercare instructions and follows up to ensure your comfort and recovery.
Frequently Asked Questions About Root Canals
Tooth Pain? You May Need Root Canal Treatment at Mason Dental
Tooth pain or aches can be signs of more serious problems. Always play it safe and give us a call if you think you may have an infection. Our root canal therapy is simple and effective!
