Eliminate Your Tooth Pain and Save Your Tooth
Root canal treatment can save your infected and painful tooth. The procedure treats the infection within your tooth and gums and also your tooth sensitivity.
A root canal is performed when the soft inner part of a tooth, known as the pulp, is injured or becomes inflamed or infected.
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Root Canal Therapy
Your tooth pain is typically caused by tooth decay or trauma. Root canal therapy removes the infection and can prevent you from needing a dental extraction.
The treatment removes the infected tooth pulp and eliminates the bacterial infection. Your tooth is then sealed with a dental crown to fully restore the tooth’s function.
Healthy gums provide an important foundation for your teeth and overall oral health. Learn about gum health and periodontal care to better understand prevention and treatment options.
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Comfort is a priority
We help ensure that you are comfortable during the procedure at our Exton dentists office. We will use a local anesthetic so that the process is painless and comfortable.
Reasons for Root Canal
Common causes of damage to the pulp include:
- Deep decay due to an untreated cavity
- Multiple dental procedures on the same tooth
- A chip or crack in the tooth
- An injury to the tooth
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Frequently Asked Questions
Q1: What is a root canal?
A root canal removes infected or inflamed tissue (pulp) from inside a tooth, cleans and seals the space, to save a tooth that would otherwise need extraction.
Q2: Is a root canal painful?
The tooth is numbed before treatment, so the procedure itself is generally no more uncomfortable than getting a filling. The pain people associate with root canals usually comes from the infection beforehand, not the treatment itself.
Q3: What are signs I might need a root canal?
Common signs include lingering tooth pain, sensitivity to hot or cold that doesn’t go away quickly, swelling or tenderness in the gums, or a darkening tooth.
Q4: Do I need a crown after a root canal?
Often yes, especially for back teeth — a crown protects the treated tooth, which can become more brittle afterward.
Q5: How do I schedule a root canal evaluation?
Call Chester Springs Dental at (610) 524-9530 — if you’re in pain, mention this so we can see you as soon as possible.
