Root Canal Treatment
At Fresh 32 Family Dentistry, we would like you to forget everything you’ve heard about root canal treatment. We want to set the record straight once and for all and tell you that root canals don’t cause pain; they relieve it.
The thing about root canals is not that the procedure is painful; it’s the infection inside the tooth that hurts because it’s close to the nerve. When patients arrive at our Mesquite dental office with an infected tooth, they are already in a great deal of pain.
By eliminating the infection with root canal therapy, Dr. Lalani eliminates the pain and saves the tooth from extraction.
A root canal is a dental procedure designed to remove damage or decay and restore your tooth. For this standard treatment, your dentist removes the decayed portion of your tooth’s pulp before cleaning and disinfecting the area. Then, they fill and seal the tooth and add a dental crown to restore your smile’s function and aesthetic beauty. Here are some of the most common reasons your dentist might recommend a root canal:
Root canal therapy eliminates your toothache. The pain may be on and off, and you might feel it in your tooth, face, jaw, or other teeth. Anytime you have persistent tooth pain, you should contact your dentist for an appointment.
Root canal therapy eliminates the existing infection and prevents further infection. Once your dentist removes the infection, they fill the empty pulp chamber with a rubbery dental material before sealing the tooth to protect it.
Root canal therapy can help you avoid extraction. When your dentist performs a root canal, they can salvage your tooth and keep the surrounding tissue intact. Keeping your natural teeth is the best option for your oral health.
A root infection doesn’t always present with any symptoms, which is why seeing us for routine checkups is so crucial. When you keep these appointments, our dentist can diagnose the infection at that time and treat the tooth before you ever feel any pain.
Some common symptoms that indicate an infected or abscessed tooth are:
If you experience any of these symptoms, call Fresh 32 Family Dentistry. It is crucial for your oral health and general well-being to seek treatment as quickly as possible. A dental abscess or tooth infection can have life-threatening consequences if not treated right away.
Dr. Lalani graduated from the University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio in 2016 with his Doctorate of Dental Surgery degree. He chose dentistry as a profession because of his desire to help members of the Mesquite community get interested and involved in their oral health. He also loves working with his hands and enjoys the mental and physical challenges and the fact that, in dentistry, no two days are ever the same.
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When you have a severely damaged or infected tooth, you might wonder whether a root canal or tooth extraction is better for your dental health. Both treatments are available at Fresh 32 Family Dentistry, and each has its own benefits depending on your specific situation.
The goal of a root canal at our Mesquite dental practice is to remove the infection from deep within your tooth.
Next, he opens up a tiny hole in the tooth to access the interior portion where the infected tooth pulp is located. Using great skill, Dr. Lalani meticulously cleans out the infected material with specialized instruments.
When he’s removed every trace of the infection, he disinfects the space, fills it with a material called gutta-percha, then seals the tooth. The final step is to place a temporary filling on the tooth to protect it as it heals.
It is common to experience soreness for a few days after your root canal as the tooth heals. This is normal, and you can ease your discomfort with OTC pain relievers.
Dr. Lalani is an emergency dentist, so if you are in pain or notice any of the symptoms above, he can see you as soon as possible to provide treatment. Please call our Mesquite dental office to schedule an appointment.
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