Remove Painful Infection From Teeth With Root Canals in Lexington
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Comfortable Restorations
So many patients come in and they're having pain or they are not actually in pain because the nerve is infected. And the solution that we have for them is to complete the root canal and then put a crown on top to protect that tooth. And that gives them a healthy tooth as well as getting them out of pain. A lot of times they're up at night, and it's a great solution for that for them. It can provide them immediate relief after the procedure and also save the tooth at the same time, which is awesome.
Many myths about root canals. A lot of people come in and they think that it's painful or they'll have pain after, and actually it's the opposite. You're completely numb during the procedure. So you're not feeling that. And after, you should be completely out of pain, which is the goal of the treatment. So if there's a time that you're in pain or your tooth is infected, absolutely come in, and we can get you taken care of with that.
Many patients fear Lexington root canals more than any other dental procedure. You shouldn’t, though. In truth, it is a fairly simple procedure that relieves root canal pain caused by an infection inside your tooth. In our dental office, there’s nothing to fear because:
- Several of our dentists have advanced training in endodontics, a dental specialty focused on treating issues related to the pulp inside teeth.
- We use rotary endodontics, electric equipment that makes the process faster and more precise while eliminating unpleasant noise.
- You can choose from two kinds of dental sedation, so you’ll remain comfortable and relaxed throughout the procedure.
If you have a toothache and suspect you may need a root canal procedure, call Beaumont Family Dentistry today at 859-223-2120 to schedule an appointment.
Get a Root Canal Procedure in a Single Visit
Chances are, you’ll be surprised by how simple a root canal procedure can be. After your dentist numbs the area with a local anesthetic, he or she will create a small hole on the surface of your tooth. The infected dental pulp is removed through this small opening, then the root canals inside your tooth are disinfected. The final steps are adding a material called gutta-percha to fill the gap left by the removed pulp, and sealing your teeth to protect from further infection.
We may recommend placing a dental crown on the tooth as a final step to restore it. You can even get your crown on the same day as the root canal, thanks to our CEREC technology. Once your crown is fitted, your tooth can no longer feel pain and is free from infection.
Relax With Dental Sedation If You Need It
With local anesthesia and rotary endodontics, you’ll experience little if any discomfort with root canal therapy. However, if you’re nervous about the procedure or worried about pain, you can choose from two kinds of sedation:
- Inhaled Sedation – Also called laughing gas, this takes effect quickly and wears off fast too.
- Oral Conscious Sedation – This sedation will relax you enough that you may even doze off during treatment.
Lexington root canals don’t have to be a big deal. For stress-free treatment, call us today at 859-223-2120. Our dental office is conveniently located near New Circle and Harrodsburg Road.