If you have an aching tooth, this could be due to an infection. To help treat the issue and save your tooth, we can conduct a root canal, so you avoid worsening symptoms and tooth loss! In today’s blog, your team at Omni Endo in El Paso, TX, talks about saving teeth with a root canal procedure!
The Presence of a Dental Infection
How do you know if you have a tooth that may need a root canal? When a tooth is infected, this could mean painful toothaches that do not subside, as well as pain when you eat or speak. There could be pain in the face and jaw, and also headaches. There could be discharge from the tooth that tastes terrible, swelling near the tooth, and a fever. Don’t ignore the persistent pain in and around your tooth. Otherwise, the tooth could become so infected that it cannot be treated and needs to be extracted to prevent the infection from reaching other teeth or moving into the jawbone itself.
The Root Canal Process
The root canal allows us to reach the source of the problem directly. We will gently open the tooth so that we can access and remove the interior tissues from within the tooth. We then clean the inside of the tooth thoroughly, and replace what we have removed with a special medicated filling material. The last step is to cap the tooth with a dental crown, one that is custom-made to ensure a lifelike appearance and a durable chewing surface. You now have a tooth that no longer hurts, and that looks natural too!
How We Keep the Procedure Comfortable
We know for some the idea of an endodontic treatment could be a source of anxiety. Which is why we always take time to ensure you are relaxed and comfortable, and that your treatment experience is a positive one. For example, we will take the time to properly numb the tooth and surrounding structures with a local anesthetic. We also have dental sedation to help patients with anxiety or special needs enter a deep state of calm, with no memory of the procedure. Don’t let your worries stand between you and the healthy, comfortable smile you deserve!
If you have any questions about how we stop an infection with a root canal procedure, then contact our team today to learn more. We are ready to help, so let us know if you have a tooth that begins to hurt!
Call Omni Endo Offers Treatment for a Dental Infection
We want to help save your aching tooth with an endodontic treatment. To find out more about saving your teeth, call Omni Endo in El Paso, TX, call 915.990.3636 today.
