If you have a toothache that lasts for more than a day, please do not ignore your symptoms! Call your dentist right away to receive an inspection of your problem tooth. We could identify if you are experiencing a dangerous infection. Without treatment, a tooth infection risks spreading to other parts of your body through the bloodstream. But by accessing the inner portion of your tooth, we can clear all foreign material through a root canal procedure and help resolve your pain. Your aching feeling results from the body’s inflammatory response to bacteria in its inner chamber, and when we remove the bacteria, your inflammation subsides. Because this service permanently alters the outer structure of the tooth, we will place a dental crown that returns the function and form of the injured material.
At Sunny Smiles Family Dentistry, we are standing by to help you in your time of need. While you may not be able to predict a tooth infection, knowing you can receive immediate help can be of comfort when emergencies strike. That’s why we make ourselves available outside of your standard cleaning schedule to provide the care you deserve. Although a root canal treatment may seem intimidating, in the hands of a professional, it should be no more uncomfortable than a standard filling procedure. We can discuss sedation methods if you feel uneasy about receiving this treatment.