Root canal treatment is virtually painless and often leaves you with less discomfort during recovery than if you have your natural tooth extracted. Thanks to modern techniques and effective anesthesia, patients who experience root canals are six times more likely to describe it as painless than patients who have a tooth extracted!
When you undergo a root canal or other endodontic treatment, the inflamed or infected pulp is removed and the inside of the tooth is carefully cleaned and disinfected, then filled and sealed with a rubber-like material called gutta-percha. Afterward, the tooth is restored with a crown or filling for protection and will continue to function like any other tooth.
What are Root Canal Infections?
There is a new decay around the filling of the root canal-treated tooth, the bacteria may enter the root canal through the filling and begin to infect the bone tissue surrounding the tip of the root. The bone tissue was already infected before the root canal treatment but was left undetected. Sometimes, an old root canal treated tooth which was normal can also develop infections
What are the Common Signs and symptoms of Infection after a Root Canal?
Root canal infections can spread quickly all over your mouth therefore, it is important to detect and get them treated right away. Common symptoms include:
- Pain in root canal treated tooth: Mild pain after the root canal procedure is normal, but if it is intense on biting or applying even slight pressure, or if the intensity of pain is the same or increases even after a week, it may indicate infection.
- Swelling: If the gums surrounding your root canal-treated tooth appear swollen and tender, there may be an infection.
- Discharge: If there occurs a pus discharge that may be colorless, white, or greenish, then the infection may be the cause.
- Bad breath: A bad breath or an unpleasant taste in the mouth, even after a few days of the root canal treatment may indicate its infection.
- Fever: Infection often results in an increase in body temperature.
- Sometimes severe symptoms like difficulty in breathing or swallowing may occur for which one should immediately see a dentist.
What are some of the benefits that make root canals the preferred procedure among patients and endodontists?
Following are some of the main benefits:
Prevents Tooth Loss
There are various ways of dealing with a decayed tooth or one with a cavity. Some patients prefer tooth extraction to eliminate the tooth in question. This provides a permanent solution to preventing further toothaches or dealing with cavities.
Tooth extraction, however, leaves gaps between teeth which may cause potential problems. With a root canal, patients don’t have to worry about losing their teeth, which helps to preserve the natural arrangement of your teeth.
Prevents Infection of Neighboring Teeth
Pulp infection is often the primary cause of decay in the tooth cavity. Infection of the pulp comes about due to the accumulation of bacteria in this area. The infected pulp continues to harbor such bacteria, which may easily spread to adjacent teeth if not addressed. A root canal is therefore essential in removing the infected pulp that harbors bacteria, and therefore prevents the growth and spread of this bacteria.
Boosts Teeth Aesthetics
A root canal involves the removal of the infected pulp. The process is followed by cleaning the affected area and filling up the cavity with a polymer material or fitting the tooth with a crown.
Crowns are essential in restoring the visual appeal of teeth. As such, they help restore the functionality of the tooth as well as the aesthetic value of teeth whenever they are used in a root canal.
Prevents Jawbone Degeneration
A root canal leaves the infected tooth intact, unlike tooth extraction. As such, this process provides a solution to having the tooth extracted. With missing teeth, the jawbone easily degenerates over time due to bacteria exposure and other elements. Root canals, therefore, help prevent complications of the jawbone in the future.
Boosts Oral and Overall Health
Extreme tooth decay and long-lasting toothaches are common dental conditions among individuals. They cause pain, and in extreme cases, tooth loss. As such, a root canal helps keep teeth in good condition and also prevents extreme procedures such as tooth extraction.
Apart from maintaining good oral health, a root canal can also help boost overall health by preventing conditions associated with poor oral health. Such conditions include heart disease, respiratory infections, diabetes, and gastrointestinal infections. As a result, both the oral and overall health of the individual are boosted.
It is a Virtually Painless Procedure
Unlike other dental procedures such as root extraction, a root canal is a comfortable and virtually painless procedure. Endodontists use the recommended equipment in removing the infected pulp, cleaning and disinfecting the area through a painless process. This makes it the most preferred procedure for tooth decay and cavities.
Concussion
Experiencing tooth pain or swelling in the jaw can be scary. Fortunately, root canal therapy can remove infection at its source so you can feel better quickly. If you suspect that you have an infected or abscessed tooth, call our Clinic right away. Prompt treatment can prevent infection from spreading and relieve your pain so you can get back to normal life.
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See Your Dentist Regularly
Regular exams and cleanings will help you prevent problems and identify them early so they can be addressed in the most effective way possible.
Keep these tips in mind and enjoy a healthy mouth and teeth during winter. If you have to face Any kind of Dental Problem Call Us: +91 93-1001-2929 & Dr. Rajesh Bansal provides quality dental care at an affordable price to patients in Rohini.
