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Save Infected Teeth With Root Canals in Arlington

Root canals in Arlington are the best way to save a tooth that has been damaged by infection and can’t be repaired with a dental crown. In addition to restoring the function and appearance of your tooth, a root canal will relieve the pain often caused by infection. There’s no need to worry about root canal treatment at our office. You know you’re in good hands with:

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We use a root canal procedure to remove the pulp, or the nerve from the tooth, and that's usually where the infection is. Once that infection is removed, then the pain goes away, and the canal is filled with an inert material after it's cleaned out and sterilized, and the patient can keep the tooth and go about their normal day.

In the old days and otherwise when I was young, root canals usually required three appointments or more. Just the average root canal would require three appointments, and now we do most of them in one appointment, not nearly as much discomfort involved for the patient. We have better anesthesia today and things work faster, and so they've got a one-appointment root canal, and then they're out of here.

  • Dentists who have performed countless root canal procedures
  • Two forms of soothing dental sedation, so you can stay relaxed throughout your treatment
  • Leading-edge technology like a CT scan, which our dentists use to plan and perform your procedure
  • A team who takes the time to answer all your questions and address any concerns

If you have a toothache or another symptom of infection, call us ASAP at 817-275-4817. If you’re in pain, we’ll do our best to offer you a same-day appointment. We have a dentist on call after hours to address emergencies.

Keeping Your Tooth Intact Is Good For Your Dental Health

It’s important to fix cavities and damage like cracks and breaks in teeth as soon as possible. Left unrepaired, they offer a way for bacteria to get inside teeth. If the inside of a tooth becomes infected, your only two treatment options are root canal therapy or an extraction. Leaving a tooth intact offers several advantages over removing it:

  • Faster and easier recovery
  • Little to no bleeding and minimal discomfort
  • Keeping surrounding teeth in their proper places
  • Avoiding the cost of a tooth replacement like an implant

Soothing Sedation Will Keep You Relaxed

Every procedure is different, and so are patients’ reactions to it. The Fielder Park Dental team understands this, so we offer two soothing options for patients who wish to receive sedation:

  • Laughing gas (nitrous oxide) takes effect quickly and wears off without leaving you groggy, so you can drive yourself home after your procedure.
  • Oral sedation offers a deeper level of relaxation, so you’ll need someone to drive you home. We’ll help determine if this is a good option for you.

Unlike most dental practices, you’ll pay no added charge for laughing gas!

Call Fielder Park Dental at 817-275-4817, or request an appointment online.

Common Questions About Root Canals

You need a root canal to save a tooth threatened by infection and also to keep infection from spreading to other areas of your mouth and even elsewhere in your body. An infected tooth typically, but not always, gives you a toothache. Other signs of infection include a discolored tooth, a bump on your gums, or sensitivity to heat and cold.

They aren’t as uncomfortable as popular culture would have you believe. Many patients compare the sensation to receiving a dental filling. We will use local anesthesia to numb your mouth prior to your root canal procedure. If you’re still nervous or worried about discomfort, you can also receive sedation. You have a choice of oral sedation or complimentary laughing gas.

The final step of a root canal is usually receiving a dental crown. This seals the opening we created to access the inside of your tooth and also protects it from further damage like cracks and breaks. In some cases a crack in a tooth is how bacteria got inside and caused the infection. The crown we place after your root canal will fix any cracks.

Root Canal Aftercare

If you receive root canal treatment at our Arlington dental office, it’s important to follow post-op instructions to ensure your root canal is successful. These instructions are:

  • While you are still numb, avoid eating, as you could bite your lip/cheek/tongue and not feel them until they wake up.
  • Our dentist may recommend taking 3 Advil (Ibuprofen) 3 times a day for 3 days. This will help with inflammation as well as relieve discomfort you may have.
  • If you experience swelling or pain that worsens after your visit, call our office as it may be necessary to schedule you an appointment and/or prescribe antibiotics.
  • We expect your tooth to be sore to chewing and biting pressure, so you should avoid very hard or chewy foods. This should gradually decrease within 7-10 days after your treatment.

A temporary filling will be used to seal the tooth between visits. Occasionally, the top portion of the temporary filling will wash out which is perfectly normal. However, if the entire filling comes out, please call our office for an appointment to replace the temporary filling. Sometimes it is necessary for the dentist to place a medication in the tooth before he places the temporary filling, you may experience medicinal taste which is also normal and this will gradually go away.

If you have any questions or concerns about caring for your tooth after a root canal, call our office at 817-275-4817 and we’ll see what we can do to help.

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