Some people would rather have a tooth pulled
than deal with a Root Canal, but thanks to the advances of modern dentistry,
you can be in and out of the dentist’s chair in one, or two appointments
without having the pain that is normally associated with Root Canal Therapy in Fountain Valley.
Root Canals are performed by dentists to
remove the dead nerve in a badly decayed or broken tooth or a tooth that has
had multiple fillings. Teeth that have experienced severe trauma may require
Root Canal Therapy as well.
You may need Root Canal Therapy if you are
sensitive to cold and hot, are experiencing a severe toothache, or notice an
abscess, which looks similar to a pimple on your Gums. Root Canal Therapy may
also be necessary if you notice swelling or tenderness in the area. Dr. Peter Hagen will thoroughly examine your teeth looking for any signs of pulp damage. If
nerve and pulp damage are detected, your dentist may recommend a root canal.
According to Wikipedia, the pulp is located
in the center of each tooth. The pulp is made up of cells, known as
odontoblasts and connective tissue.
The main function of dental pulp is the
formation of dentin. Other functions include sensory, changes in temperature,
trauma, pressure, and pain. Your dental pulp is an alarm system when it comes
to tooth decay and will certainly let you know if a cavity is present. However,
according to your dentist, once your tooth erupts, the nerve located in the
middle of the tooth is not necessary.
Root Canals can involve one appointment or
additional appointments depending on where the tooth is located and how much
therapy is involved. During your Root Canal Therapy, your Orange County Dentist
will numb the area before placing a sheet of rubber, also known as a rubber
dam, around your tooth to keep it dry. Your dentist will make an opening at the
top of your tooth placing root canal files into each root canal in order to
remove the pulp and the nerve tissue along with the damaging bacteria.
After your tooth has been cleaned, your dentist will seal the area with either a temporary or a permanent filling. After the Root Canal Therapy has been completed, your dentist will place a cap or crown over the top of the Root Canal restoring it back to its original function. Without a crown, Root Canals can break or become damaged requiring additional treatment.
