Root Canal Treatment

Whenever possible, the team at Dental Studio at Mark Center treats toothaches using conservative measures of care. However, if you injure your pulp or your pulp becomes infected or inflamed, root canal treatment may be necessary. The outer portion of your tooth, known as the crown, doesn’t need the pulp to survive.

Some of the most common causes of pulp inflammation or damage include:

• Deep decay
• A chipped tooth
• A cracked tooth
• A tooth injury

You might also benefit from a root canal if your affected tooth has undergone multiple dental procedures. Before performing a root canal treatment, your dentist does an oral exam and takes a series of X-rays to pinpoint the source of your discomfort.

The team at Dental Studio at Mark Center performs root-canal therapy in office as an outpatient procedure. Prior to removing your inflamed or infected pulp, your dentist administers a local anesthetic, numbing your tooth roots and gums. Next, your dentist drills an access hole in the top of your tooth and carefully removes the infected pulp. After removing your dental pulp, your dentist cleans your root canal with an antiseptic solution. Then, your dentist fills your tooth with a rubber-like material called gutta-percha. After the gutta-percha dries, your dentist places a crown on top of your tooth to prevent further damage or infection.

What is recovery like following a root canal?

Following root canal treatment, it’s perfectly normal to experience some pain, swelling, and general irritation. Before sending you home, your dentist gives you a list of recovery instructions and writes you a prescription for antibiotics. Take your medications as prescribed and avoid biting down on your affected tooth. You should feel back to normal within two to three days.

If you suspect you need a root canal, make an appointment with the team at Dental Studio at Mark Center. Get started by calling the office or clicking the online booking tool today.