Save infected teeth with Root Canal Treatment in Glen Mills, PA
A toothache can make it impossible to get a good night of sleep, but it’s also a sign of serious infection. If you have tooth pain and sensitivity, you need treatment immediately. Star Care Dental offers patients in Glen Mills, PA, root canal treatment to save your teeth from decay before it’s too late.
How a dentist can save an infected tooth
Tooth infections occur when plaque-forming bacteria eat through your tooth enamel and reach the nerves under your teeth. If left untreated, the infection can attack the jaw, causing bone loss and eventually leading to a tooth abscess. Root canals allow a dentist to preserve your tooth, so you won’t need an extraction.
It’s normal to feel apprehensive about root canal therapy. They are time-consuming, and many people have heard horror stories from patients who received root canals decades ago. However, since the 1990s, advancements in imaging techniques and upgrades to irrigation and filing tools have improved the process tremendously, and most people go home from a root canal feeling immediate relief.
Root Canal Therapy
During the procedure, Dr. Nair will use an anesthetic to numb your mouth. You shouldn’t feel any pain during the procedure, but you may feel some pressure and discomfort. Dr. Nair will drill through the tooth into the canal and remove infected tissue. Next, she will clean the canal and ensure there are no more bacteria present. She will use a dental vacuum to keep the space dry and prevent you from swallowing during the procedure. After the infection has been removed, she will seal the root with gutta-percha. Most patients will need to be prepped for a dental crown to restore their tooth’s appearance and protect it from further damage.
After your procedure, you may feel soreness in the jaw from holding it open for so long, and others may feel discomfort in the gums caused by the medication. A gentle face massage and ibuprofen will help, and most patients feel better than ever by the next day. You should also stick to soft food and avoid chewing on the site of your root canal for the rest of the day. If you do have continued pain, don’t hesitate to call Dr. Nair for a follow-up. While most root canals are successful on the first attempt, some patients may require a second treatment. Contact Star Care Dental in Glen Mills, PA, today at (610) 569-0509 to learn more about root canal treatment.
Dr. Nair is dedicated to providing her patients with the finest possible care. She earned her dental degree from Temple University School of Dentistry and her general practice residency at St. Joseph Hospital.
She continues to take over 200 hours of continuing education courses annually to offer the best treatment to her patients. According to Mainline magazine, Dr. Nair has continuously been selected as a Top Dentist in her region by her colleagues.
Dr. Nair ensures that her patients' trust is always in the best of hands, regardless of their concerns.