The point of root canal treatment is to address severe, internal tooth decay. As the infection in your tooth progresses, it can eventually reach the center of your tooth, known as the pulp. From the pulp, your tooth’s nerves and blood vessels travel to your jawbone, which supplies nutrients through the canal. If decay reaches the pulp, then the infection can also travel through the root canal. The point of treatment is to prevent infection from spreading and restore the strength and integrity of your tooth. It also alleviates the intense discomfort associated with internal tooth decay so you can bite, chew, and smile comfortably again.
Even if you realize that root canal treatment can solve your dental problems, the treatment itself can still seem complex if you don’t know that it entails. Using advanced dental technology and materials, your dentist can perform conservative root canal treatment in just a single day so you don’t need to take a lot of time out of your schedule. If you prefer, you can also opt for dental sedation for a more comfortable and relaxing experience.
With personalized root canal treatment, you can alleviate your severe toothache as well as save and restore what’s left of your tooth structure. To learn more, or to schedule an appointment, call Gentle Smiles in Dallas, TX, today at 972-329-7645 (972-329-SMILE).
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