Are You Scared of Root Canals? Get Answers to Your Questions and Ease Your Mind

A relatively common dental operation is a root canal. They are designed to restore and save a tooth that has suffered severe damage. Drilling and filling are involved in this procedure, which can worry some people. We at California Dental Group are always delighted to discuss any recommended dental procedure with you.

Having said that, we’ve also given you some responses to some of the most often asked queries about root canals. After reading these, call us at (800) 407-0161 if you have any additional queries or to make an appointment.

What is a root canal?

There is a natural cavity inside of your tooth. It preserves the tooth pulp, which contains all of the nerves, connective tissues, and blood arteries in the tooth. The inner pulp is taken out during a root canal procedure in order to save and heal the tooth. The tooth is then sealed once we have cleaned it.

Is a root canal necessary?

Visiting your California dentist is the only way to be certain. Nevertheless, there are a few indicators that suggest a root canal may be necessary. They include intense tooth pain, discomfort when chewing, and swollen, irritated gums. You might require a root canal if you see a tooth that is turning darker or if your teeth seem to be becoming more and more sensitive to heat and cold.

How many visits are necessary for a root canal?

A root canal often requires just one visit to be finished. You might, however, have two appointments—one where we diagnose your problem and another where we fix it. If your situation is exceptionally intricate, we might need to see you more than once. If more than one visit is required, we will place a temporary filling to keep the tooth safe in between visits.

How unpleasant are root canals?

Modern methods make root canal operations completely painless while being performed. Having said that, you could notice that chewing or biting down hurts for 24 to 48 hours after the surgery. Most of the time, over-the-counter pain relievers will be sufficient to manage the discomfort. If you’ve ever had a filling, the discomfort from a root canal is comparable.

Is a root canal a viable alternative?

Yes, but only one: having your teeth out. The biggest benefit of a root canal is that you get to keep your teeth. If you decide to have your tooth pulled, you can have other problems, such as biting problems, teeth that are drifting, etc. Although having the tooth pulled will make the discomfort go away, the negative effects might not be worth it.

One thing you should know if you’re having tooth pain is that it probably won’t go away by itself. Call California Dental Group at (800) 407-0161 to find out how to schedule an appointment and put an end to the agony as soon as possible.