To repair and save a tooth that is badly decayed or becomes infected treatment at our Summerlin dentist office is necessary. A badly damaged or decayed tooth is dangerous, not to mention very painful and can even weaken the immune system. This can be prevented or detected early with regular cleanings and checkups. Teeth are tough on the outside, but inside they have a soft core called a nerve chamber. This inner core is made up of nerve tissue and blood vessels that feed the nerve. Serious irritation of the nerve can be caused by deep decay, having a deep filling as a result of that decay, or an injury to the tooth. Once this occurs the pulp becomes infected, it breaks down and bacteria begin to multiply within the pulp chamber and can extend through the root tip and begin to eat away at the surrounding bone (this is an abscess.) During a root canal procedure, the nerve and pulp are removed and the inside of the tooth is cleaned and sealed. There are some misconceptions that root canals are painful but we assure you the discomfort associated with the procedure is about the same as having a cavity filled.
Signs you need a root canal:
- Severe toothache
- Pain when chewing food
- Prolonged sensitivity to heat and cold
- Tooth discoloration
- Gum swelling and tenderness
- A persistent pimple on the gums
Call us today and set up an appointment a dentist in Las Vegas at (702)871-6044
or
Email me at stephenspelmandds@willowspringslv.com
