Pain coming from a tooth can be due to one of many things, the most serious of which is an infection, otherwise known as a toothache. This is considered a dental emergency, and most patients who experience the pain that is typically involved agree. Toothaches require a root canal treatment in order to restore the tooth back to health.
Root canal therapy begins with a local anesthetic. This should eliminate any pain and discomfort the patient is feeling due to the infection. Our root canal dentist in Orange County then creates a hole in the affected tooth in order to access the pulp. This is where the blood vessels and nerves reside, which are now infected. They will remove this infected tissue and replace it with a material called “gutta percha”. The tooth is then restored with a dental crown.
Although root canals can be needed after physical damage, it is most often required due to poor dental and oral care. In order to reduce the risk of infection, be sure to brush and floss properly daily, and see our Orange County dentist for regular exams and cleanings. If you are experiencing tooth pain, contact our office right away.