End Pain and Save Your Tooth with Gentle Root Canals
Do you experience tooth sensitivity after taking something hot or cold? Or perhaps you have sharp pain or throbbing when biting or chewing? These signs indicate that your tooth’s pulp may be damaged or infected. Without treatment, the infection progresses and can cause tooth loss.
Don’t lose your tooth because of a lingering infection. Pleasant Valley Dentistry offers gentle root canals in Peoria, Arizona, to eliminate pain and save your tooth. If you need root canal treatment, visit Dr. Semida Repta for compassionate and expert care you can trust.
What are the signs that I need a root canal?
You may need a root canal to treat an infection in the innermost part of your tooth (dental pulp). This infection often develops due to untreated tooth decay, but it can also result from dental trauma or an old, leaking filling. When harmful bacteria infiltrate the pulp chamber, you’ll experience several unpleasant symptoms, including:
- Increased sensitivity to hot and cold foods and drinks
- Relentless toothaches that keep you awake at night
- Sharp pain when chewing or biting food
- Tender or swollen gums· Tooth discoloration
Sometimes, tooth pain may decrease, but that doesn’t mean the problem is resolved. The infection may have progressed and damaged the nerve, preventing it from registering pain. Even if the discomfort fades temporarily, the infection continues to progress. A root canal is still necessary to eliminate the infection and save your tooth.
What can I expect from the treatment?
Dr. Repta has performed numerous root canals throughout her extensive career in dentistry. She has refined the process to be as seamless and comfortable as possible. So, when you need a root canal at our Peoria office, we provide expert services you can trust.
Here’s how the procedure unfolds.
- Examination: We’ll use X-rays to examine your tooth and determine if a root canal is the best treatment. Advanced imaging also helps visualize your tooth, including the roots, for precise treatment.
- Numbing your tooth: Before the procedure, we’ll use local anesthetics to numb the area completely. You won’t feel discomfort during treatment.
- Removing the infected pulp: The dentist will remove the infected pulp through a small opening in your tooth. The tooth is then cleaned and disinfected until all the infection is gone.
- Sealing: We’ll fill the tooth with a biocompatible material (gutta-percha) to prevent future infections.
- Restoration: The dentist will seal the access hole with a dental filling. However, a crown will be preferred if the tooth is significantly weakened.
We’ll provide you with aftercare tips after your procedure to help manage discomfort and optimize your recovery. You should resume your normal daily activities after 24 to 48 hours. We’ll also provide you with ongoing care tips to ensure your treated tooth lasts for many years to come.
What are the benefits of root canal therapy?
A root canal in Peoria, Arizona, offers several benefits, including:
- Relieves tooth pain caused by infection or inflammation
- Prevents the spread of infection to surrounding teeth and gums
- Saves your natural tooth from extraction
- Restores proper chewing and biting function
- Prevents the need for costly tooth replacements· Supports long-term oral health and overall well-being
Ready to meet your Peoria root canal dentist?
Do you have a persistent toothache? Discover if a root canal in Peoria, Arizona, can relieve pain and restore your oral health. To get started, call (623) 232-8066 and schedule a consultation with Pleasant Valley Dentistry.
