Do I Need a Root Canal
If you have a toothache, visit Elliott.N.Abrams D.D.S early to explore treatment options before the pain worsens or call us.
- Food is stuck in between your teeth.
- You could have a cavity.
- Your tooth could have been chipped or cracked.
- You may be suffering from enamel erosion.
Other Factors You Need to Consider
However, there are many times where a root canal is the right treatment option, so to answer the question, "my tooth hurts, do I need a root canal?" we must also look at the surrounding circumstances.
How long has your tooth been hurting?
When you visit our dental office, we need to know how long you have been dealing with this issue and whether the pain came on suddenly or if it has built up over time.
What level of pain are you in?
We assess pain levels to determine the appropriate treatment. Slight discomfort might be managed with cavity removal, while intense pain may indicate an infection needing a root canal.
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When to Call Our Emergency Dentist Office
If you have any of these symptoms, call our emergency dentist office at 213-353-4723 immediately and schedule an appointment:
- Swollen face. In this scenario.
- Biting down causes pain.
- Your tooth changes color, appearing gray or dull.
The Process of Performing a Root Canal
We use sedation to keep you calm and relaxed during the root canal procedure. This procedure removes the infection causing the pain.
When performing a root canal, we do the following
- Clean the tooth
- Numb the area
- Create a small hole in the tooth
- Remove the infected portion
- Clean the interior of the tooth
- Seal it with a rubbery substance
- Restore the tooth using a filling or crown
