Root Canal in Rosemead
A root canal is a procedure specifically designed to save you from losing a tooth. Our teeth are comprised of certain parts, one of them being the pulp. A tooth’s pulp is where the nerve, blood vessels, and connective tissue are housed. When this area becomes inflamed or infected, then a root canal procedure must be taken in order to save that tooth from falling right out of your mouth.
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.
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Toothache
These are pretty common, but certain toothaches point to the possibility of an inflamed/infected pulp. If you experience sharp pain that wakes you up in the middle of the night, that leads into a generalized headache, then your tooth’s root may be suffering.
AbscessIf you see a bump on the gum near the base of a tooth and/or pus present in the mouth, then there is a good chance a root canal will be required.
SensitivityLingering sensitivity to hot and cold food/drink is a good indicator that you might need a root canal.
DiscolorationDark discoloration on the tooth may point to a deteriorated pulp.
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.
The Procedure
Root canals are often a two-steps procedure, with the first step involving removal of infected/inflamed nerves and filling up the resulted space. The second step 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 and functions.
Feel free to call our office at 626-571-7000 to learn more about the root canal procedure or any other services we provide. We will be happy to assist you with any questions or concerns you may have.
