What should you do if you wake up with a toothache that will not go away on its own? If it has been more than a day, call your dentist right away! A toothache is a common symptom of a severe infection that without treatment, could spread to other parts of your body. This is because bacterial deposits take hold in your tooth’s inner chamber. If material from your infection breaks off, it can enter the bloodstream and quickly travel. By scheduling an emergency dental visit, we can take X-rays of your problem tooth to determine if foreign material is present. If this is the case, we will suggest an immediate root canal to clear all bacteria and resolve your pain. Because this treatment permanently alters the structure of your tooth, we will design a custom dental crown that returns your tooth’s strength and appearance following your root canal.
At Sunny Smiles Family Dentistry, we are standing by to help you treat any sudden emergencies. When you have a toothache, waiting for it to heal on its own can be a risky proposition. By heading to our office, we can inspect your tooth and provide expert guidance on relieving your pain. While you may be disappointed to hear you need a root canal, you should know that this treatment should be no more uncomfortable than a standard filling or dental crown. We apply local anesthetics that numb the affected area throughout the entire procedure.
How Oral Bacteria Infect Your Sensitive Tooth
When a tooth is healthy, its outer layer protects it from the force of your bite. Enamel is the strongest material in the human body, but even it is prone to damage. This is why you must report any chip or crack to a tooth no matter how superficial they may appear. Any injury that compromises the outer enamel layer increases your risk for cavities and subsequent infections. When oral bacteria reach your tooth’s inner chamber, they cause an inflammatory response that swells tissues near sensitive dental nerves. As the nerve compresses, it sends shooting pain that alerts you to the problem within. By attending regular checkups, you can detect any dental damage before it reaches this state.
Receiving Your Root Canal
When we detect an infection on the X-ray of your tooth, we will suggest a root canal right away. Using special tools, we clear all decaying material from the tooth’s inner chamber. To prevent future infections from occurring, we must return its protective seal with the aid of a dental crown. This above-the-line cap restores your bite as well as your tooth’s appearance.
TALK TO YOUR DENTIST AT SUNNY SMILES ABOUT RELIEVING YOUR TOOTHACHE
To find out more about how we can treat your pain from a dental infection, contact your Sunny Smiles location on N Zaragoza Rd in El Paso, TX at (915) 849-9000.