Root Canals
Bahr Dental strives to provide comprehensive treatments while also protecting as much of your smile as possible. In the case of major tooth damage, root canals are an exemplary way for patients to eliminate areas of pain while many times protecting their original teeth.
Do you need assistance with tooth sensitivity, pain, or gum swelling? Root canal therapy might be the treatment you need. Call Bahr Dental based in Bountiful, to learn more!
What Are Root Canals?
The term “root canal” refers both to the natural cavity within the center of your tooth, where the tooth pulp (nerves and blood vessels) is housed, and the procedure to treat infections in this area. When the tooth pulp becomes infected or damaged, a root canal procedure is necessary to remove the pulp, clean and disinfect the area, and seal it to prevent further damage.
Root canals are necessary for patients with severe cavities, damaged teeth, and swollen gums. Spotting the need for a root canal early on can stop the infected tooth from damaging other areas of your jawline. Root canals eliminate immediate or potential pain, providing our patients with greater peace of mind.
Symptoms and Risks of Untreated Root Canal Problems
Recognizing the early signs of an infected tooth can help you avoid more serious dental issues. Common symptoms that may indicate the need for a root canal include:
- Persistent tooth pain that doesn’t go away
- Sensitivity to hot or cold, even after the sensation has passed
- Swollen or tender gums around the affected tooth
- Darkening or discoloration of the tooth
- A small, pimple-like bump on the gums
- Pain when chewing or biting down
If left untreated, the infection can spread beyond the tooth, leading to severe pain, abscesses, and even bone loss in the jaw. In extreme cases, the tooth may need to be extracted. Delaying treatment increases the risk of complications, including the spread of infection to other teeth or parts of the body.
Early detection and prompt treatment can save your tooth and prevent more invasive procedures in the future.
Reducing Pain From Root Canals
Root canals can be known as a painful procedure, due to their more surgical elements, but they are typically a pain-relieving procedure. Tooth infections can cause serious and long-lasting pain that can be soothed once the infection is removed.
You may experience some pain following the procedure as your smile adjusts to an environment outside of the infection, similar to getting over a sickness. Bahr Dental combats pain as much as possible with the help of sedation dentistry. These dental tools help patients feel no pain and uneasiness as the procedure takes place.
Benefits of Root Canals
Root canal therapy treats infection and inflammation within the pulp (the soft tissue inside your tooth). When left untreated, that infection can spread, cause severe pain, and even lead to tooth loss. A root canal removes the infection, cleans the tooth’s interior, and seals it to prevent further issues. All while keeping your natural tooth in place.
- Comfort and Relief | Modern root canal treatment feels similar to getting a filling. With local anesthesia and sedation options available, so that you can remain relaxed and pain-free throughout the procedure.
- Preserve Your Natural Tooth | Rather than extracting a damaged tooth, a root canal saves your existing tooth structure, maintaining your natural bite and jaw alignment.
- Prevent Future Problems | Removing infection not only relieves pain but also stops bacteria from spreading to nearby teeth or your bloodstream.
- Durable, Natural Results | After a root canal, the treated tooth is typically restored with a dental crown for added protection and strength. This helps ensure the tooth functions comfortably for many years to come.
- Limiting Further Dental Intervention | If the infection goes beyond the tooth, it may need to be extracted and then have the tooth replaced with a bridge, implant, or crown causing additional time in the dental chair and more dental intervention that could be avoided with prompt root canal treatment.
At Bahr Dental, we pair 3D digital imaging with precision tools to perform root canals efficiently and gently. Ultimately, helping you recover faster with lasting results. Call now to experience the amazing and lasting benefits of this treatment.
Same-Day Emergency Treatment Available
Root canals are a tooth-saving procedure that often comes from patients dealing with intense tooth pain. As tooth pain can become extremely uncomfortable, it is vital to rely on a dentist with open availability to get the relief you need.
If you are experiencing tooth pain or sensitivity, do not wait for it to worsen. Bahr Dental offers same-day treatments for root canals and many other restorative treatments. If you feel that you need immediate care, give our office a call as soon as you can. We will instruct you on how to ease pain before the procedure takes place and fill you in as soon as our schedule allows.
Similar to our same-day offers for root canals, we can place a dental crown on your tooth same-day to give you instant protection, stability, and function back to your smile, following our post-treatment instructions.
Hear From Our Patients
Many of our patients arrive worried about the idea of a root canal, only to discover how quick and painless the procedure truly is.
Stories like these highlight our commitment to combining advanced clinical skill with compassion and reassurance. We are proud to provide care that changes how patients think about root canals.
Get Fast Relief and Restore Your Smile!
This is possible with our expert root canal care. Root canal treatment is an important way that we help our patients maintain healthy smiles throughout their lives. If you are showing signs of a root canal, give our office a call to schedule an accelerated treatment today!