Do you have a tooth with deep decay, a crack, or damage? Is the nerve of your tooth inflamed or infected? If so, a root canal may be a necessary treatment.
Root Canal Therapy, or RCT, is a dental procedure performed to save a tooth by removing diseased or injured tissue in the root. If left untreated, the unhealthy tissue can cause pain or lead to an abscess.
Symptoms of Root Canal Infection
*Acute and intense pain which is difficult to pinpoint
*Sharp pain when biting down
*Lingering pain after eating hot or cold foods
*Dull ache and pressure
*Tenderness (accompanied by swelling) in the nearby gums
Once RCT is completed, you must return to have a crown placed on the tooth to protect and restore it to full function.
For more information on root canals, contact us today at 901-685-8228.
