A root canal is a treatment used to save a tooth that is badly decayed and/or infected. Nerve and pulp, the soft area within the center of the tooth, can become irritated, inflamed, and infected due to deep decay, repeated dental procedures on a tooth, large fillings, a crack or chip in the tooth, or trauma to the face. During a root canal procedure, the nerve and pulp is removed and the inside of the tooth is cleaned and sealed.
Root canal procedures have the reputation of being painful. In reality, most patients report that the procedure itself is no more painful than having a filling placed. The discomfort experienced in the period leading up to dental care is truly the painful period of time, not the root canal procedure itself.
The root canal procedure should relieve the pain you feel. Until your root canal procedure is completely finished – that is to say, the permanent filling is in place and/or the crown is placed, it is wise to minimize chewing on the tooth under repair. This step will help avoid re-contamination of the interior of the tooth and also may prevent a fragile tooth from breaking before the tooth can be fully restored. For the first few days following completion of treatment, the tooth may feel sensitive due to natural tissue inflammation, especially if there was pain or infection before the procedure.
As far as oral health care is concerned, brush and floss as you regularly would and see your dentist at normally scheduled intervals. The final step of the root canal procedure is application of a restoration such as a crown, to cover and protect the tooth.
With our team at 25 East Dental, you can rest assured that our commitment to high-quality care puts your goals and comfort first. We treat you like family and always recommend the most appropriate care options like root canals when needed, to keep you smiling in the years to come.
Dr. Deaver is a rockstar dentist. I had to call him early in the morning for a dental emergency and he was able to see me at 8:30am and advised me that I should immediately schedule an emergency root... Read More
I recently cracked a crown and the team schedule an appointment for a few days after I contacted them. Dr. Jursik reviewed the crown, polished the rough areas and advised the remaining crown was intac... Read More
Great professional work and attention to details and the patient from receptionist, to hygienist to doctor. The hygienist (Iliana) was top notch and explained all of the different procedures. Dr. Aly... Read More
Dr. Deaver is a rockstar dentist. I had to call him early in the morning for a dental emergency and he was able to see me at 8:30am and advised me that I should immediately schedule an emergency root canal. I always feel that I am in trusted hands and his bedside manner and humor keep me in good spirits while receiving dental care. Dr. Deaver also personally called me to check in on how I was doing - super impressed!
I recently cracked a crown and the team schedule an appointment for a few days after I contacted them. Dr. Jursik reviewed the crown, polished the rough areas and advised the remaining crown was intact and it did not need to be replaced unless I wanted- he didn’t over sell. I have been a long time patient and the team has always been professional, helpful, and providing appropriate and quality dental services.
Great professional work and attention to details and the patient from receptionist, to hygienist to doctor. The hygienist (Iliana) was top notch and explained all of the different procedures. Dr. Alyson Koslow could not have been more caring. She listened to my concerns and provided thoughtful options and recommendations. I felt that I was in the very best hands.
