Root Canals are virtually pain-free. Patients used to worry about root canals, and
rightfully so? Once synonymous with
serious pain, today's root canal procedures are almost pain-free. Usually the pain associated with root canals
is caused by waiting until the infection has become all too tolerable.
Root canals are needed when the dental
infection, or tooth decay reaches the pulp chamber of the tooth. The infection
destroys the nerves located within the root of the tooth, eventually causing
the tooth to die. Years ago, the only option for this type of dental problem
was a tooth extraction. Now, thanks to the progress in dental technology, often
your infection can be stopped with a topical medicine applied to the tooth. And
where this is not successful, the tooth can be saved with a root canal.
If you're in need of root canal therapy, you
may be having trouble eating or sleeping. A toothache or sensitivity to hot or cold is
common for those with infected pulp, and you may even have swelling or
tenderness in the gums.
The best course of action is not to
self-diagnose and don’t procrastinate. Only
a dentist can
properly diagnose the pain and provide you with the appropriate treatment.
If you are experiencing symptoms of an
infection in your teeth, don't ignore them! Our goal is to save
your tooth rather than extract it, and with good reason. Missing teeth can cause bite problems,
shifting teeth and bone loss. The vast
majority of preventative treatment or root canal procedures are effective, and
a successful procedure can help you keep that tooth for a long time.
If we can be of assistance or answer any of
your questions, please give us a call or email us.
Novy Scheinfeld, DDS, PC
290 Carpenter Drive, 200A
Atlanta (Sandy Springs), GA 30328
404-256-3620
Thank you for all your referrals. We truly appreciate them.
Information included is not dental or medical
advice. For your specific information
be sure to
consult your dentist.
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