Root Canal Treatment – Washington, PA
Painlessly Resolve a Miserable Toothache
A severe, throbbing toothache is often a sign of an advanced dental infection that will not get better without treatment, and allowing this issue to continue can lead to serious oral and overall health consequences such as tooth loss and dangerous secondary infections. Thankfully, the team at Dean Dental is trained and equipped to address this problem with safe, painless, and effective root canal treatment. Here’s a brief guide to how this procedure works and how it may be able to preserve your lovely smile.
Why Choose Dean Dental for Root Canal Treatment?
- Gentle and Compassionate Dental Team
- Terminate Troublesome Toothaches
- Insurance Welcomed
Do You Need Root Canal Treatment?
Root canals are used to terminate ongoing dental infections and prevent new ones by eliminating the compromised pulp and sealing the inner chamber from the oral environment. You may need a root canal if you notice symptoms like:
- Severe, throbbing dental pain
- Swelling around the painful tooth
- Discoloration of the painful tooth
- Discomfort when chewing
- A nasty taste in your mouth
The Root Canal Process
The root canal process always begins with Dr. Dean administering an appropriate anesthetic to ensure the patient’s comfort. Once the patient is suitably numb, our dentist will carefully remove infected matter from the tooth, access its inner chamber, and extract the compromised pulp. Then, she will sanitize the chamber, fill it with gutta percha, and seal the tooth to prevent future injuries and infections. After this, our dentist will place a temporary crown upon the tooth to protect it while a customized permanent restoration is being manufactured. When the final crown is ready, the patient will come back to our office so Dr. Dean can cement it securely in place.
The Benefits of Getting a Root Canal
While cartoons and movies have given root canals a nasty reputation, these comedic depictions are not true to life. The truth is that a root canal can be the best way to restore a patient’s comfort and oral health after a severe dental infection, and the treatment carries several impressive benefits such as:
- Allowing a compromised tooth to function well for many years after a severe infection.
- Preventing tooth loss and the need for a costly restorative device.
- Discreet results ensure that casual observers will not be able to tell you received the procedure.
- After you receive your final crown, you will only need to treat it with a normal oral hygiene regimen of brushing, flossing, and antibacterial mouthwash to keep it in great shape for life.