How Do I Know if I Might Need a Root Canal?
When your pulp becomes inflamed or infected, you will begin to feel symptoms that prompt you to take action.
- Toothache
- These are pretty common, but certain toothaches point to the possibility of an inflamed/infected pulp. If you experience sharp pain in the middle of the night that leads into a generalized headache, then your tooth’s root may be suffering.
- Abscess
- If you see a bump near the top part of a tooth and/or pus present in the mouth, then there is a good chance a root canal will be required.
- Sensitivity
- Extreme pain to hot and cold foods is a good indicator.
- Discoloration
- Dark discoloration on the tooth points to a deteriorated pulp. This is a severe sign.
Root Canal – Procedure
Root canals are often a two-appointment procedure, with the first appointment taking up to an hour to perform. The second appointment is for a dental crown since most of your tooth with be lost during the process and must be capped with a crown to restore its appearance.
Don’t Wait
If you notice a recurring pain that doesn’t seem to halt, then contact our dentist immediately. It is always better to save a tooth than to have it extracted and replaced.
Feel free to call our office at 916-635-9605 to learn more about Root Canals in Gold River or any other services we provide. We will be happy to assist you with any questions or concerns you may have.
