Pinellas Park, Florida Dec 12, 2022 (Issuewire.com) - At Confident Smile Dentistry, our dentist can provide you with endodontics treatment to restore your teeth’ health and prevent future issues from occurring. The popular misconception is that root canals are painful. Modern medicine has however come a long way and with local anesthesia, patients can be sure of a completely painless procedure. To deal with any discomfort that arises after the anesthesia wears off, your dentist will prescribe painkillers as well as antibiotics for those at risk of infection. This endodontic treatment is the only way to save an infected tooth. Once the pulp inside the tooth becomes infected due to injury or decay, it cannot heal itself but will instead worsen to severe symptoms beyond tooth pain.
The procedure is quite straightforward. First, the area to be treated is numbed and then a rubber dam is placed around the infected tooth to keep it clean and dry. Your dentist in phoenix will then proceed to drill a small hole in the tooth to gain access to the root canal where the infected pulp is located. A small suction tool is used to drain all the pulp and the area is cleaned and disinfected. A material known as ‘gutta-percha’ is then used to fill the canal and then a dental crown or fillings are used to offer extra strength to the tooth and prevent re-infection.
Risks of Delaying or Avoiding Root Canal Treatment
If you have an infected tooth and do not have it treated, you risk having the infection spread through your body. This can result in some critical health situations that are best avoided. The consequences of delaying or avoiding a necessary root canal treatment include;
1. Severe Tooth Pain and Acute Abscess – As the infection progresses throughout the pulp cavity, tooth pain worsens. It starts off as lingering pain and with time becomes unbearable. An abscess may also form at the root of the mouth which may cause pain, swelling, and fever. If it is untreated, the swelling could extend to the jawbone and cause difficulties in breathing as the airways are obstructed. In severe cases of an acute abscess, the infection may spread to the brain.
2. Tooth Loss – Root canal therapy prevents infection from causing further damage to the tooth and its spreading. However, if it is not performed, you risk losing the entire tooth as the infection severely damages it.
3. Stroke or Heart Disease – You could develop systematic inflammation that puts you at risk of developing stroke or heart disease.
To overcome the fear of this treatment, it is best to have a one-one consultation with a reputable root canal specialist near you who will accurately address all your anxieties and concerns. Establishing open and honest communication with your dental health provider ensures you get the best care for any procedure
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