You don’t have to be afraid of the words “root canal” when you’re a patient at Rainbow Dental, PC in Astoria, New York. Dr. Nabila Mannan uses local anesthetics to reduce discomfort and eliminate any anxiety associated with the procedure. A root canal can save an infected tooth and relieve your tooth pain. Call today or schedule an appointment online to learn more.
When a tooth becomes infected or badly decayed, it often needs a root canal to prevent the need for extraction.
Pulp -- soft tissue made up of tiny blood vessels and nerve fibers -- fills the inside of your tooth. A root canal removes the nerve and pulp from the inside of the tooth, then Dr. Mannan cleans and seals the inside of the tooth to protect it from future damage.
A tooth’s pulp can become inflamed, infected, or irritated for numerous reasons, including:
Damaged pulps require extraction. If left untreated, the infection can spread, and an abscess -- a puss-filled pocket indicative of an extensive infection -- can develop.
Not all tooth pain is the same. You may need a root canal if you experience:
Root canals have a reputation for being scary and painful, but they often come with only minor discomfort.
During your appointment, Dr. Nabila Mannan uses local anesthetics to reduce discomfort and eliminate any anxiety associated with the procedure.
Once the anesthesia takes effect, Dr. Mannan drills into the tooth to create an opening to access the pulp. She removes the infected tissue, cleans the area, and seals it with a dental filling.
After your root canal, Dr. Mannan may recommend covering the tooth with a crown to improve the tooth’s appearance and add additional protection.
If you’re experiencing tooth pain, call Rainbow Dental, PC or schedule your appointment online today.