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Root Canal Therapy – Rocky Hill, CT

Relief from Toothaches and Infections

Animated tooth in need of root canal therapy

Despite everything you may have heard, root canals are actually a solution for pain, not a cause. Plus, thanks to modern techniques, they’re more comfortable now than ever. If you have a severe toothache that won’t go away, call Dental Essentials of Rocky Hill today for root canal therapy in Rocky Hill, CT. That way, we can restore your pain-free, healthy, and functional smile right away!

Why Choose Dental Essentials of Rocky Hill for Root Canal Therapy?

  • Same-Day Emergency Appointments Available
  • Up-to-Date Techniques for Comfortable Care
  • Beautiful Crowns for Restoring Teeth Afterwards

Do I Need Root Canal Therapy?

Dentist wearing blue gloves and pointing to patient's X-ray

Each tooth contains soft tissue that consists of various blood vessels and nerves. If bacteria are able to enter a tooth via a crack or cavity, they can attack this tissue and cause a potentially dangerous infection. A few warning signs that this has happened include:

  • A persistent toothache
  • Prolonged sensitivity to hot and cold foods and beverages
  • A sharp pain when biting down
  • Significant discoloration on one of your teeth
  • A pimple-like bump on your gums

To protect your overall oral health while still preserving the tooth in question, we’ll need to remove the pulp with root canal therapy.

The Root Canal Process

Emergency dentist using special tools to examine patient's teeth

Whether you’re visiting us for your routine checkup or a dental emergency, the first step is always the same: numb the area surrounding your tooth with a local anesthetic. Once you’re calm, comfortable, and ready to begin, Dr. Karpman will access the inner chambers of your tooth and use special instruments to remove the pulp. Then, she will sanitize the area and fill the open space with a synthetic gutta-percha material.

To provide the tooth with the protection it needs to function normally, we will cover it with a temporary dental crown. Your permanent restoration will take a few weeks to make, and it's normal to feel some soreness while you heal. If you ever have any questions, don’t hesitate to get in touch with our team. Otherwise, we will see you for your final appointment, which is when we will secure your permanent dental crown in place.

The Benefits of Getting a Root Canal

Young woman smiling while relaxing in treatment chair

Thanks to advancements in dentistry and technology, root canal therapy is a virtually pain-free procedure. So much so that many patients find the experience to be no more cumbersome than a standard filling! However, that’s not the only benefit of this tooth-saving treatment. It also has a very high success rate, which means many patients retain their treated tooth for decades to come. Plus, the restorations used come in a wide range of lifelike shades, ensuring no unwanted attention is drawn to your smile.

If you have any questions about the root canal treatment process, please let our team know. We’d be happy to address any concerns you have so you can feel comfortable and confident moving forward!