Suffering from severe constant teeth pain that exaggerates after eating or drinking is a sign that you need a root canal treatment. Fortunately, root canal treatment is offered in Burlington, and Jericho, VT, by your qualified dentists, Dr. Paul Dunkling and Dr. Greg Penney of Dunkling and Penney Dentistry.
What is root canal treatment?
Tooth decay, filling leakage, or any other damage to the teeth will help the bacteria invade your tooth. The evading bacteria will reach the soft tissues, which is called the dental pulp, causing infection. To stop this bacterial infection, the bacteria must be eliminated from the dental pulp. This is best done using a root canal treatment.
Root canal treatment procedure
At the beginning of the procedure, your dentist will make a small hole in your tooth. Then using special instruments, they will extract the dead or dying tissues and clean the canals thoroughly. After making sure that your tooth canals are bacteria-free, your dentist will add an inert filling to close them. Finally, the opening will be blocked using adhesive cement to prevent any other bacterial infection. Also, your tooth will be covered by a new dental crown as protection.
Root canal treatment in Burlington, and Jericho, VT, is very comfortable. You will be under the effect of a local anesthetic, which makes the procedure almost painless.
What are the signs that you need a root canal treatment?
One of the most common signs is severe, persistent pain that escalates with eating, chewing, or drinking. This is seen more when the foods or drinks are extremely hot or cold. Also, gum swelling can be seen, and it may develop into facial swelling. In severe cases, pus and tooth darkening can be present.
Ignoring the need for root canal treatment may lead to a loss of your tooth. Save your teeth in Burlington, and Jericho, VT, with root canal treatment. Contact your dentists, Dr. Dunkling and Dr. Penney of Dunkling and Penney Dentistry, and book your appointment today. Call (802) 863-3479 for the Burlington, VT, office and (802) 899-3973 for the Jericho, VT, office.