Root Canals from Dr. Susan Levine

If you have a persistent toothache, it could be a sign that you have an infected tooth that may need to be treated with a root canal. The toothache is caused by bacteria that have gone through the enamel of your teeth and into the soft pulp on the inside of your tooth, causing an infection. 

The following are some of the symptoms of a root canal infection:

• Throbbing or aching in your tooth
• Increased sensitivity to hot and cold
• Swollen or discolored gums
• A dark spot on your tooth
• Chipping and breaking of a tooth
• Strong pain when applying pressure to the tooth
• A persistent pimple inside of your mouth

      If any of these symptoms sound familiar, it is a good idea to call us right away. If it turns out that you do have a root canal infection, the sooner you come in, the better. To treat your tooth, Dr. Susan Levine will remove the decay, clean out the infected pulp, repair the tooth and seal it with a crown. Many people are afraid that this is a painful procedure. Usually, the pain from the infection is more bothersome than the actual procedure. We use anesthesia and do all that we can to make it as comfortable for you as possible.

The longer you wait, the infection will have more time to spread and could lead to serious health concerns, such as abscessed teeth, swelling, losing the infected tooth and bone damage. The bacteria could even enter your bloodstream and have the potential to affect your overall health, not just that of your teeth and gums.

A toothache should not be ignored as it could be your body trying to tell you that you have a root canal infection. If you have any of the symptoms described above, call Dr. Susan Levine’s Fairfield, CT dental office today to schedule an appointment.