Root Canal Therapy

The interior of the roots of the teeth can be susceptible to infection or abscesses. When the pulp inside the root canal becomes infected, it can irritate the nerve roots and result in tooth pain. Not only are infected teeth painful, but the infection can also destroy the tooth. The only way to stop the pain and save the tooth is root canal therapy, also known as endodontics. As part of our general dentistry treatments at Liberty Lake Smile Source, we offer stress-free root canals at our state-of-the-art dental center in Spokane Valley.

The live portion of the tooth is the pulp and nerve roots inside the canals. Teeth can have up to four roots, protecting the live portions of the teeth inside. When decay finds its way into the center of the tooth or a tooth is fractured, bacteria can enter the sanctum of the root canal. The infection can create diseased pulp and inflammation. The symptoms of an infected tooth include:

• Throbbing or severe tooth pain
• Tooth sensitivity to hot or cold
• Swollen gum around tooth
• Headache
• Darkening of the tooth

For most people, a relentless toothache with an infected tooth is what drives them to seek dental treatment. To save the tooth from extraction and stop the pain, root canal therapy is the best solution.

Root Canals Offers Pain Relief for Infected Teeth!

Root canals are used to remove the diseased pulp and nerve roots from inside the tooth. The top of the tooth is removed to access the root or roots that are infected. The pulp is cleaned out and the inside of the canal is reshaped and disinfected. Once cleaned, sterilized material is used to fill the canal, and the tooth is resealed. Since significant material has been removed from the tooth, the structure is weakened. A dental crown is usually placed over the tooth to provide protection and strength for proper function.

If you have symptoms of an infected tooth, contact our team at Liberty Lake Smile Source. We offer advanced root canal therapy that can offer pain relief for infected teeth. Call our dental center in Liberty Lake, WA, in the Spokane Valley for an appointment.