When a tooth develops an infection, whether in the smiles of kids or adults, this could be a source of serious pain and even increase the risk of tooth loss. With endodontic treatment, such as a root canal, we can halt this discomfort and preserve the smile. In today’s blog, your El Paso, TX, dentist talks about root canal therapy.
Dental Discomfort and Infection
Do you have sensitivity when you eat or drink, or pain in a tooth that lasts for more than a day or two? If so, this could indicate the potential presence of advanced decay or possibly the early stages of an infected tooth. A dental infection means that harmful bacteria have gained access to the inner pulp, the nerve center of your tooth. This could happen due to an advanced cavity or possibly as a result of an injury to the tooth. Without treatment, you could experience more severe pain, as well as swelling, a discharge from the tooth, fever, or even pain in the face or jaw. Don’t ignore pain in your smile, talk to our team about a diagnosis and potential treatment!
Planning Your Endodontic Treatment
Our team will take detailed digital images of your teeth, so that we can identify the presence of the infection and assess the severity. In most cases, we can offer relief with a root canal. If you have a more severe case or if the issue is located at the tips of the roots, we could offer an apicoectomy, also known as a root canal surgery. Our team will plan the procedure in detail, and also offer local anesthesia and sedation to help ensure you remain calm and comfortable, even if you have dental anxiety.
Root Canal Therapy
How do we save a tooth with a root canal? Our team will open the tooth to allow access to the interior, so we can remove the tissue from within and clean the inside of your tooth. We then add a special restorative filling material and cap the tooth with a dental crown. This protects the remaining structure from further decay or infection, and ensures an attractive appearance and durable chewing surface too.
If you have any questions about how we treat an infection with a root canal, or if you have an aching tooth that needs attention, then please reach out to our team today to learn more and get started!
Call Omni Endo Offers Treatment to Protect Your Smile
Our team is here to help address dental infection and protect your family from serious discomfort and the risk of tooth loss. To find out more about our endodontic treatment options, call Omni Endo in El Paso, TX, call 915.990.3636 today.
