An
infection in the pulp of one tooth can easily spread to neighboring
teeth. This is why a single infection needs to be quickly treated by
a root canal. A root
canal treatment, also known as an endodontic treatment, boasts of
a high success rate, and you can even expect your tooth’s function
to be restored a short time after.
Symptoms
of Pulp Damage
The
infection that can damage your teeth’s pulp may cause inflammation,
as well as a host of other symptoms. Some of these include
toothaches, chewing or biting pains, facial swelling, the presence of
pus around the affected tooth, extreme sensitivity to hot or cold
foods, loosening of the tooth, and swelling of the gums. Should you
experience any of these symptoms, be sure to call your dentist
immediately for an appointment.
What
Could Happen
When
bacteria attacks the pulp and you’re unable to keep the bacterial
invasion at bay, the harmful microorganisms multiply and potentially
spread to the rest of the mouth, wreaking all sorts of havoc. It
could even affect the surrounding bone and could even lead to bone
loss in your jaw.
How
Root Canal Helps
As
previously mentioned, the infected pulp is removed through root canal
treatment, by which the tooth is then carefully cleaned out and
disinfected. A filling is then placed over the vacated space, to make
sure that it doesn’t get infected by bacteria again. This should
help save your teeth from needing serious work in the future.
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