{"id":138,"date":"2019-01-10T18:31:12","date_gmt":"2019-01-10T18:31:12","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.schaffelddental.com\/blog\/?p=138"},"modified":"2020-07-28T20:00:35","modified_gmt":"2020-07-28T20:00:35","slug":"do-you-need-a-root-canal-tips-from-a-dentist-in-enterprise","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.schaffelddental.com\/blog\/do-you-need-a-root-canal-tips-from-a-dentist-in-enterprise\/","title":{"rendered":"Do You Need a Root Canal? Tips from a Dentist in Enterprise"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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\u201cDo I need a root canal?\u201d That\u2019s a question which your dentist in Enterprise<\/a> hears a lot. The answer depends on many factors, including the type of problem you\u2019re experiencing. In many cases, a root canal can save a tooth that might otherwise be lost to extraction.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

How a Root Canal Works<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

At the base of each tooth is\na series of roots that connect your teeth to the bones in your jaw. Cavity-causing\nbacteria attack these roots as they spread deeper into your body. When this\nhappens, the patient is often in excruciating pain and the tooth itself is in\ndanger of being lost.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

An extraction is one way to\ntreat the problem. But extractions are never the ideal option can literally\nfrom the human. That\u2019s because your teeth work as one unit to chew food and\nenable you to speak. When even one is missing, the others are subjected to unhealthy\nand unnatural stress that can cause them to be lost as well.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

A root canal is an\nalternative to extraction. The dentist removes both the infected tissues inside\nthe tooth and the nerves that are causing the patient\u2019s discomfort. He or she\nthen fills the tooth to restore functionality and guard against further\ninfection. In many cases, the dentist may add a crown as a final touch. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Anesthetic is used throughout\nthe treatment process. After the procedure is complete, over-the-counter pain\nrelievers are usually sufficient to manage any discomfort the patient may feel.\nThe long-term result is a fully restored tooth and freedom from infection.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

How Do I Know If I Need a Root Canal?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The most common sign that you\nmay need a root canal is tooth pain. The discomfort may be continuous or only\noccur when the patient is eating or drinking. He or she may also notice\ntenderness and swelling around the problem tooth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Certain symptoms may indicate\nan emergency situation. These include extreme pain, a pimple -like swelling in\nthe tissues around the tooth, and an unpleasant discharge from the site. Tell\nyour dental professional right away if you notice any of these problems.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Not all tooth infections\nrequire root canal therapy. A simple filling may be all that\u2019s needed if the\nproblem is not too advanced. If the tooth is broken or the problem has spread\ninto the surrounding bone, then an extraction may be the only practical way of\nachieving relief.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Enjoying long-term relief\nafter a root canal is complete comes down to diligent self-care on the patient\u2019s\npart. Daily brushing and flossing, eating a sensible diet low in sugar and\nsimple starches, and seeing the dentist for regular checkups and cleanings are\nessential for achieving long-term recovery. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

A root canal is an effective\nway to treat an infected tooth that might otherwise be lost. Talk to your\ndentist about this gentle, effective form of therapy. You have nothing to lose\nand a world of benefits to gain.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

About the Author<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Dr. Tyler B. Schaffeld earned\nhis DMD degree from Oregon Health and Science University, graduating second in\nhis class. He blends technical expertise with a focus on compassion to deliver\npremium care to each and every patient. You can reach his office online<\/a> or by calling\n(541) 426-3783.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

\u201cDo I need a root canal?\u201d That\u2019s a question which your dentist in Enterprise hears a lot. The answer depends on many factors, including the type of problem you\u2019re experiencing. In many cases, a root canal can save a tooth that might otherwise be lost to extraction.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-138","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-uncategorized"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.schaffelddental.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/138","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.schaffelddental.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.schaffelddental.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.schaffelddental.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.schaffelddental.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=138"}],"version-history":[{"count":3,"href":"https:\/\/www.schaffelddental.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/138\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":157,"href":"https:\/\/www.schaffelddental.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/138\/revisions\/157"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.schaffelddental.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=138"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.schaffelddental.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=138"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.schaffelddental.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=138"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}