Root Canal Therapy
Comfortable Root Canal Therapy in Corsicana
At Corsicana Hometown Dental, root canal therapy is used to treat infection or inflammation inside a tooth and, when possible, save the natural tooth. The procedure removes the affected tissue, cleans and seals the inside of the tooth, and helps stop the source of pain or infection. We take care to keep you comfortable and explain each step before treatment.
What to Know About Root Canal Therapy
Saving the natural tooth: Root canal therapy can often preserve a tooth that might otherwise need to be removed.
Treating the source: The procedure removes infected or inflamed tissue from inside the tooth and seals the cleaned space.
Comfort during care: Local anesthesia is used to keep the area numb during treatment.
Protecting the tooth afterward: A crown is often recommended after root canal therapy to strengthen and protect the treated tooth.
If you have persistent tooth pain, lingering temperature sensitivity, swelling, or other signs of infection, an exam can help determine whether root canal therapy is needed or whether another treatment is more appropriate.
FAQs
How do I know if I might need a root canal? Persistent toothache, lingering sensitivity to hot or cold, swelling, tenderness when biting, or a bump on the gums can be signs that the inner tooth tissue is affected.
Does root canal therapy hurt? The tooth is numbed for the procedure. The goal of treatment is to remove the source of infection and relieve the discomfort it can cause.
Will I need a crown after a root canal? Many treated teeth, especially back teeth, benefit from a crown because they can become more vulnerable to fracture.
Can an infected tooth heal without treatment? An infection inside the tooth generally needs professional treatment. Delaying care can allow the problem to worsen or spread.