Root Canals for Fort Worth

Professional Root Canals from Experienced Dentists

Root canals are one of the most common dental procedures performed. Sometimes, decay or disease affects the tooth deeply, all the way down to the nerve tissue. When the tooth’s nerve is exposed, the type of tooth pain you experience might just let you know that you need a root canal. When this occurs, root canal treatment is the only way to save the natural tooth and avoid tooth removal.

When the pulp chamber of the tooth (the inner part that contains soft tissues, nerves, and blood vessels) is damaged, the whole tooth is at risk. It causes pain and threatens the smile and the whole body with infection. Without treatment, the tooth will complicate your health and eventually fall out on its own.

There’s a way to avoid the pitfalls of deep dental damage, and that’s root canal therapy. You will be pleasantly surprised to find that root canals are simple and comfortable. By undergoing a root canal, you avoid pain and tooth extraction.

Why Would I Need A Root Canal?

A root canal is a dental procedure used to save a tooth that is badly decayed or infected. During a root canal procedure, the damaged or infected pulp (the soft tissue inside the tooth) is removed and the inside of the tooth is cleaned and sealed. Without treatment, the tissue surrounding the tooth would become infected and you could lose your tooth.

Pulp damage can be caused by many things, such as:

This type of dental damage results in symptoms like:

If you believe your smile may need attention, don’t wait to contact your dentist.

Root Canal Complications

There are a few possible complications that can occur during or after a root canal procedure. These include:

While rare, these complications can happen with root canals. That is why you want to make sure you are working with experienced dental professionals who are experts at root canal procedures. While the root canal helps you avoid having your infected tooth extracted, having the right dental professional who are root canal specialists will help prevent infection, or any other complications from root canal treatments.

Root Canal Alternatives

Once you’ve gotten to the point of discussing a root canal treatment the only alternative treatment options are usually having your tooth extracted. Most often there are issues with the tooth such as a deep cavity resulting in severe pain. When you’re at that point the only course of action is usually a root canal treatment or to extract the tooth.

Root Canal Recovery

Root canals are one of the most common dental procedures and usually cause very little discomfort. Recovery from a root canal is usually pretty quick, and most people feel back to normal within a week or so. There are a few things you can do to help speed up your recovery and make it as comfortable as possible.

One of the most important things is to avoid chewing on the side of your mouth where the root canal was done. This can cause mild discomfort on the treated tooth and increase the amount of time it takes for you to feel better. You may also want to avoid eating anything crunchy or that requires a lot of chewing. These common symptoms are short lived and you will feel like your crown is part of your natural teeth within a couple of days.

Drinking plenty of fluids will help keep you hydrated and promote healing. You can also take over-the-counter painkillers if you need them, but be sure to check with your dentist or doctor before taking any medication. Once you have the permanent crown in place, you should be fully recovered and back to your normal routine with a natural smile. Your dentist will check on the tooth during your next routine dental procedure.

Sensitivity-Free Root Canal Therapy By Your Trusted Today Dental Professional

Our experts do everything they can to ensure a comfortable experience in our office. Although root canal therapy is more involved than many other dental procedures, it doesn’t have to be scary. In fact, your root canal can be as painless as receiving a filling or any other dental treatment.

We provide local anesthetic to numb the affected area. You can see our sedation dentistry page to learn about other possibilities for a more relaxing root canal experience. Our caring dentists use a gentle touch and offer amenities at every turn.

The Today Dental team is well versed in the latest developments in root canals and all dental procedures. We use only the most advanced dental tools and techniques to ensure the fastest and most successful treatment possible for you. To schedule your appointment, give us a quick call today.