Root Canal Treatment – San Antonio, TX

Do I Need Root Canal Treatment?

Usually, the most common indication for needing a root canal is severe, persistent tooth pain. However, that is certainly not the only symptom to look for! Other signs you might need a root canal include:

• Extreme, lasting sensitivity when consuming hot or cold foods or drinks
• Sharp pain when biting down and chewing
• Dark discoloration of the tooth in question
• Swelling or redness of the gums surrounding the tooth
• A pimple-like bump on the gums near a tooth

Remember, skipping a root canal when you need one will only allow pain from your infection to continue, and can even result in losing your natural tooth permanently. It’s much better to get restorative care now, rather than putting off treatment because of misinformation or nerves. Our office offers sedation dentistry for those who are anxious about receiving treatment.

The Root Canal Process

Before we get started with your root canal, we’ll ensure that your mouth is adequately numbed; after all, we are trying to relieve your pain! We’ll begin by using special instruments to access the innermost chamber of the tooth in question, where the pulp is located. Then we will carefully remove the damaged/decayed tissues and sanitize the entire tooth, before filling it with a special, biocompatible material called gutta-percha to ensure it retains its structure.

Finally, we can seal the tooth up and protect it from future harm by placing a custom-made dental crown on top; you’ll receive a temporary crown until your permanent one is ready. The entire root canal process generally takes one appointment to complete, and it should set your tooth up to remain healthily within your mouth for many years to come!

The Benefits of Getting a Root Canal

There are quite a few benefits to receiving a root canal, including the following:

• Root canals are designed to fully reduce the source of your tooth pain immediately following the quick procedure.
• Root canal treatment can reduce the risk of future oral health issues since it halts the progress of the infection within the tooth and eliminates it. It also prevents the tooth in question from being lost.
• Since you’ll be receiving a beautiful, custom-made dental crown following your root canal, you’ll also be able to smile with confidence.