Root canal therapy is a way to remove infection from deep inside your tooth. When bacteria penetrate the canal, the resulting infection can be excruciating. Without intervention from your dentist, the infection can spread, putting your oral health at serious risk.
Signs of tooth root infection include:
- Tooth pain
- Jaw swelling
- Face swelling
- Blister on the gum
You may not have every symptom, so it’s best to contact our dental office if you notice a sensitive tooth or even minor swelling.
How Root Canal Therapy Works
Your Charlotte, NC, dentist ensures the treatment area is thoroughly numb so you’ll not feel pain. Then, we use modern rotary endodontics to ensure a comfortable root canal treatment.
Your dentist removes the infected pulp and tissue from the canal and rinses it to promote prompt healing. Then, we seal the tooth temporarily. At a future dental visit, usually a week or two later, we cap the tooth with a dental crown to restore it to full function.
If the root infection is minor, your dentist may opt for a tooth-colored filling instead of a crown, but most of the time, a crown is the recommended final step.
Root Canal Therapy in Charlotte, NC
We aim to restore your oral health and eliminate pain immediately. If you have a toothache or other symptoms, we encourage you to contact our dental office as quickly as possible to schedule an emergency dental visit.