How Root Canals Become Dental Emergencies
To better understand how and why root canals become dental emergencies, let's first explain what a root canal is and what it entails.
A root canal is an endodontic treatment used to save a tooth by cleaning out the infected and often severely decayed nerve tissue within the pulp chamber of the tooth.
This procedure not only relieves pain caused by the infection, but also removes any existing bacterial infection that could cause future issues like abscesses or other dental emergencies down the road.
The most common cause of needing an emergency root canal is an untreated cavity that has allowed bacteria to reach the delicate interior structure of the tooth. When this happens, risk for teeth cracking or perforating increases dramatically as dental decay continues to spread inwards.
Furthermore, trauma such as getting hit in the face can damage internal structures of teeth necessitating a root canal to prevent further structural damage from occurring.
When to See a Dentist
Now that we've established that a root canal is a dental emergency, let's talk about the symptoms that might lead to the need for one. Here are a few things to look out for:
- You're experiencing constant throbbing in the tooth
- You're experiencing gum pain
- You feel pain when eating or drinking
- Your tooth is sore to touch
- You have a hard lump in the gum tissue
- Your tooth has gone grey or black
- Your gums are very sensitive or swollen
- You're experiencing any of the above symptoms along with a constant headache or fever
If you're experiencing any of these symptoms, see a dentist for an emergency procedure.
Emergency Appointments at Blue Door Dental
At Blue Door Dental, we understand that dental emergencies can happen anytime, anywhere and with little or no warning. That's why, when it comes to emergency root canal appointments, we have you covered.
Our same-day, after hours emergency services provide you with access to quick, knowledgeable and compassionate care for any tooth emergency that may arise. We also offer a range of preventative dental care options to ensure your teeth remain in great shape.
So, if you're looking for prompt and quality emergency dental care, consider Blue Door Dental. Give us a call at (626) 584-3031 to schedule an appointment with our lead dentist, Dr. Thomas Pacheco; he'll make sure you get back on the path of smiley life!
