While tooth loss is a potentially dangerous problem that countless dental patients face every year, you may be surprised to hear that many of those people might consider the idea of undergoing root canal therapy to save the affected pearly white a much scarier prospect. Over time, this procedure has earned a bad reputation despite its numerous benefits – but the truth is that with the help of today’s technology and anesthesia options, root canal therapy is no more painful than receiving a common filling. In fact, it can restore teeth that have become severely decayed or damaged from the threat of extraction and restore them to full functionality, keeping your smile whole and healthy for years to come. Here at Hill Avenue Dental, Drs. Clark and Clark are happy to provide root canal therapy to patients in Superior, WI and beyond.
How do I know if I need root canal therapy?
- Here are some common symptoms:
- Dental pain that occurs when chewing foods or applying any kind of pressure to a particular tooth
- Gums that feel swollen or irritated
- Discoloration (usually darker) of a tooth
- Excessive sensitivity to cold or hot temperatures
It’s important to remember, though, that in some cases, symptoms will be mild or even nonexistent at first. That’s why it’s so important to let Drs. Clark and Clarkand their dedicated staff be your first line of defense against dental decay. If we discover during a check-up that root canal therapy is necessary, we can quickly make plans to administer treatment. During root canal therapy, we’ll access the inner chamber of the affected tooth and clean out the diseased pulp and bacteria before sealing the area shut to prevent further infection. Then, we’ll simply cap off the area with a brand-new, customized crown, and your smile will be restored to full health!
Contactour Superior, WI office today to schedule an appointment! Here at Hill Avenue Dental, we can’t wait to give you and your family a reason to smile. We also serve the surrounding Douglas County and Northern Wisconsin areas, as well as Duluth and other parts of Northeastern Minnesota.