Root canal therapy is a routine and highly effective procedure designed to save and restore your natural tooth.
A root canal is a dental procedure aimed at treating the interior of a tooth when the pulp, which contains nerves and blood vessels, becomes infected or inflamed. This can occur due to deep decay, cracks, or trauma. Root canal therapy is often the best way to save a tooth and alleviate the associated pain.
Signs You Might Need a Root Canal:
Severe Toothache: Persistent, throbbing pain in a tooth, especially when chewing or applying pressure.
Sensitivity: Increased sensitivity to hot or cold temperatures, even after the stimuli is removed.
Swollen Gums: Swelling or tenderness in the nearby gums, often accompanied by a pimple-like bump (abscess) on the gum.
Darkening of the Tooth: Discoloration or darkening of a tooth, indicating possible damage or infection.