Root Canal Therapy

Saving Hopeless Teeth in Tarpon Springs

Dr. Seema Amin treating a patient

From the time we begin getting our baby teeth and into our adult lives, we all rely on our teeth daily. Many adults do their best to maintain the health and beauty of their teeth with a solid at-home hygiene regimen and yearly visits to their dentists.

Unfortunately, disease or injury damages the integrity of a tooth, and an experienced dentist needs to perform a procedure to correct the issue, save the tooth, and eliminate the pain and discomfort. When the tooth’s injury is decay at the pulp, this may require a root procedure.

What Are Endodontics (Root Canals)?

Each human tooth has anywhere from one to four root canals. These tiny canals run the tooth’s length from the root to the tip, containing the pulp (also known as the nerve). The pulp lays a hard layer throughout a person’s life and deposits it inside the tooth. As we age, the canals get smaller, but they are still critical for the health of your tooth because the pulp contains nerves, blood vessels, and connective tissue. It also keeps the tooth hydrated and resilient.

Whenever an injury or disease damages the pulp, this needs to be cared for as soon as possible. If the nerve swells, the canal tightens, and the food and oxygen supply is cut off from the tissue. If left unchecked, the infection can worsen, and an abscess can form. The root canal procedure, performed by an experienced Tarpon Springs, FL, dentist, can provide relief and recover the tooth’s health.

Benefits of Modern Endodontics

You may have had a root canal in the past, which was not the most pleasant experience. With many modern advancements in dentistry, root canals can be painless procedures, and they have become the recommended treatment to save a diseased or damaged tooth. A root canal is very manageable for patients compared to what the procedure used to be.

The technology has changed, and with the latest anesthetics, the procedure can save the tooth with little or no discomfort for the patient. During a root canal, the dental pulp (nerves, blood vessels, and connective tissue) in the tooth’s interior is removed and replaced with a special filling. Afterward, a crown is placed over this tooth because it adds strength when the original pulp has become dried out and weak.

You will be thrilled to know that we have advanced techniques for root canals. Losing a tooth can start a chain reaction that can cause the loss of other teeth in the future and great tooth pain. Avoiding extraction will prevent different types of dental problems later on.

Who Needs Root Canal Therapy?

Patients suffering from pain, discomfort, and tooth sensitivity may need a root canal treatment by an experienced endodontist such as ours at Tarpon Dental in Tarpon Springs, FL. A patient’s pain stems from the tooth pulp becoming inflamed or infected due to decay or injury. If the tooth is to be saved, the tissue will need to be removed.

It may seem like you will be at a disadvantage at removing this tissue (the pulp), but adults do not need the pulp anymore. It is critical in childhood dental development, but the pulp is no longer necessary once the adult teeth have taken root. That is why it is critical to have a dentist skilled in pediatric dentistry examine your child’s teeth if they seem to be suffering from this issue.

Signs You May Need a Root Canal in Tarpon Springs, FL

The only clear and concrete way to determine whether or not you need root canal therapy is by visiting your endodontist, having a thorough examination, and having x-rays taken.

However, there are some common symptoms that you should be on the lookout for if you think you may have a root canal issue. These signs include:

  • Constant pain felt deep in the bone of the tooth or throughout the face and jaw
  • Heat or cold sensitivity, especially when it comes to food or beverages
  • Discoloration of the tooth caused by infection
  • Swollen and tender gums
  • Pain while eating
  • Sensitivity to touch
  • Looseness of the tooth within the gums

If you are experiencing any of these symptoms, you may need a root canal. It is integral that you contact an experienced Tarpon Springs, FL, endodontist such as ours at Tarpon Dental to examine your oral health and determine if you may be a candidate for this type of procedure. We also offer root canal therapy services in nearby areas such as Holiday, New Port Richey, Odessa, Oldsmar, Palm Harbor, and Trinity, FL.

Contact Our Family Dentist in Tarpon Springs, FL Today!

At Tarpon Dental, Dr. Seema Amin is here to help patients suffering from the painful effects of infected or injured teeth. Our family dentist has the training, skills, and most state-of-the-art technology to examine your oral health situation and determine what type of treatments you may need.

Our friendly and caring endodontics team ensures that your appointment will be fast, efficient, and comfortable. We understand that not every patient enjoys going to the dentist, so we strive to provide that each patient has the most pleasant experience possible. Our team also offers flexible payment options and financing for those patients without insurance.

We focus on patient care and ensuring that patients achieve the beautiful smile they have always wanted. Our team is continually staying up-to-date on the latest innovations in endodontics technology and advancements in modern dentistry. We also make sure that our patients are updated and well-informed about their dental health.

If you are experiencing the symptoms of a possible root canal, contact us at (727) 937-4285 at Tarpon Dental to schedule an appointment for an examination. We offer a full range of dentistry for you and your family to help you all achieve your oral health goals.