Root Canal Treatment
HOW ROOT CANAL THERAPY RELIEVES PAIN, RESOLVES DEEP INFECTION, AND RESTORES BADLY DAMAGED TEETH
For the many patients who have benefited from them, treatment with root canal therapy has provided a source of relief and is not a source of dread. In fact, RCT may be the only way to “save” a tooth with deep infection. For most teeth, except for “wisdom teeth,” preservation is preferred to extraction or removal. Furthermore, as a non-surgical procedure, RCT at the office of Smiles4Life Dental in Visalia, California, is well-tolerated, straightforward, and low-risk. It also has a tremendous track record of success, exceeding 90%.
IS ROOT CANAL TREATMENT IN YOUR FUTURE?
If you are due for a dental check-up, contact us now to schedule an appointment with our skilled and kind dentist, Dr. Mehwish Rashid. Routine check-ups include professional cleanings that remove substances that cannot be eliminated with standard toothbrushes and floss. These substances, such as plaque build-up (tartar), are responsible for the conditions that can lead to inflammation or infection inside the tooth. The pulp chamber contains nerves, blood vessels, and other tissues. It is vulnerable to damage, which you can feel due to the presence of nerves. In fact, potential telltale signs of severe damage to a tooth can include the following:
- Heightened tooth sensitivity, when the tooth comes in contact with heat, cool, or sweet substances
- Jarring pain when biting down
- Lingering or persistent pain
- Throbbing pain, which may be accompanied by noticeable gum and facial swelling
Severe damage to the innermost tooth structure does not resolve spontaneously or without prompt treatment. In fact, a tooth may become abscessed. The infection can spread to other parts of the body. Systemic infections are a medical emergency.
Fortunately, we can get you out of pain, prevent scary complications, restore the health and structure of your tooth, and avoid the need for extraction. Following an exam at our office, Dr. Rashid will determine if you are a good candidate for RCT. The process itself involves accessing the inside of the tooth. The inflamed or infected tissue is removed. The canals that contained the pulp tissue are then cleaned out and reshaped. A filling is placed to seal off the treated area and to encourage healing. The treated tooth is typically protected with a dental crown. Voila! You are ready to smile proudly again, enjoy meals without pain, and sleep through the night without being awakened by toothaches.
With proper care, visits to our office, and good hygiene at home, your tooth should keep going strong for as long as you do! Call (559) 678-9114 to schedule an appointment with Dr. Rashid. So she can see you before existing pain and symptoms get out of hand. Likewise, we are available after-hours with emergency guidance and care to address your most urgent needs. Either way, Smiles4Life Dental in Visalia, CA, is here for you and your family.
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