After anesthesia wears off, you may feel mild soreness and discomfort at the treatment site, but this does not last. Most patients report feeling back to themselves later the same night or the next day.
It's important to remember that the discomfort following a root canal is mild compared to the pain of a tooth root infection.
Root canals in Arvada, CO, relieve pain and prevent infection spread. If you've heard rumors that root canal treatment is complex or painful, these are only rumors.
What Should I Expect?
Most of the time, root canal infections are excruciating, prompting an emergency dental appointment. At this appointment, the dentist quickly assesses your symptoms and makes the diagnosis.
We start root canal treatment by numbing the area around the tooth—you will not feel pain! When the area is completely numb, the dentist removes the infected material from the canal of your tooth. We rinse the canal and temporarily close the tooth to promote comfort and healing.
You return to our dental office in a few weeks for a permanent restoration, typically a dental crown or filling.
Contact Your Dentist in Arvada, CO
To learn more or to schedule a consultation, call us today at (303) 456 4745. Remember, a tooth infection is a dental emergency requiring your dentist's immediate attention.