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<\/a>Root canals have been widely misunderstood over the years. While it\u2019s not great news to hear you need one, did you know that it can actually preserve your tooth? This could save you from an extraction. Many people associate root canal therapy with pain, however did you know that it\u2019s really the infection in your tooth causing the pain? Root canal therapy will relieve your pain almost immediately. Your Greenfield dentist has more on the truth about root canals!<\/p>\n
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A root canal is designed to remove infected tissue from within your tooth. This is accomplished through a small access hole in the top of it. After our doctors clean out the infection, your tooth is given time to heal. Once it\u2019s properly healed, you\u2019ll return to our office to have it restored with a permanent filling or dental crown to build strength and provide longevity for your tooth.<\/p>\n
A dental infection can be caused by a number of different factors such as:<\/p>\n
You may start to notice that your tooth feels sensitive to hot or cold beverages or foods. While the sensitivity may go away, this is a good time to have your tooth examined. You may be able to eliminate decay before a root canal is necessary.<\/p>\n
Once decay progresses into your pulp, or nerve, you will begin to feel more pain. It can become a constant ache that becomes very debilitating. If your tooth is infected, it\u2019s important to note that it won\u2019t go away without treatment, so please don\u2019t wait to call BGH Dental<\/a> right away. An infection left untreated will progress, cause more pain, and could even lead to tooth loss.<\/p>\n Patients are pleasantly surprised at how smooth and easy root canal therapy actually is. Our highly skilled team of doctors has many years of experience between them and you can rest assured you\u2019re in good hands during your procedure. We use excellent dental anesthetics to ensure that you don\u2019t feel anything throughout your procedure, and these will also help to alleviate your pain right away. We\u2019ll get you feeling comfortable and back on the path to wellness in no time!<\/p>\n Did you know that with regular cleanings and check-ups many root canals can be avoided? This is because we can detect decay in its earliest stages, which will allow you to treat it with a less invasive and costly treatment procedure such as a dental filling.<\/p>\n Give us a call today<\/a> to schedule your next appointment!Will My Procedure Hurt?<\/h2>\n
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