UNDERSTANDING THE ANATOMY

 

The inside of your tooth is a soft tissue called the PULP, which contains all of the nerves and blood vessels connected to the root.  Outside of the pulp is a hard layer called the DENTIN.  Outside of the dentin is the white ENAMEL.  Inflammation of the pulp results in abscess due to decay deep in the tooth.  Decay can be caused by a variety of situations such as a cracked tooth.

SYMPTOMS OF INFECTION

 

When an injury or large cavity damages the root

of your tooth, the tooth becomes infected and the

associated tissues swell.  Symptoms of a deep infection of your tooth might include:

 

            - Acute tooth pain

            - The sensation of pulsing or throbbing in your jaw and tooth

            - Inflammation (redness and puffiness) of the gums

            - Darkening of the tooth

            - A pimple on your gums

            - Prolonged sensitivity

            - Fever

 

Catching these symptoms early will eliminate the need for emergency dental care down the road.

 

ROOT CANAL TREATMENT

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

An ENDODONTIST is a dentist who performs endodontic therapy (Root Canal).  An endodontic treatment of an abscessed tooth often entails a couple visits to complete the following steps:

 

1.  X-RAYS                                    Your mouth will be x-rayed after the initial inspection so that our

                                                       Endodontist can have an accurate view of exactly what needs to be

                                                       done.

 

2.  ANESTHETIC                          A local anesthetic will be applied to your abscessed tooth, your

                                                       gums, and your jaw:  this prevents you from feeling any pain during

                                                       the procedure.

 

3.  DENTAL DAM                        A dental dam is placed over the numbed area to isolate your

                                                       infected tooth and keep it saliva free as our Endodontist works.

 

4.  PULP CLEANING                   Our Endodontist will then make a small opening in your affected

                                                       tooth crown, in order to use instruments to clean the infected pulp

                                                       from your  tooth, roots, and pulp chamber.

 

5.  SHAPING & FILLING             The entire area will then be thoroughly cleaned and shaped before

                                                       your root canals are filled with gutta-percha.  In most cases, our

                                                       Endodontist will give you a temporary filling during your healing

                                                       process.

 

6.  CROWN PLACEMENT           You will need to return after a few weeks to have a crown placed on

                                                       your tooth or have another form of restorative covering.  This will

                                                       complete the root canal treatment procedure and revive your tooth

                                                       to its full function once again.

 

Our ability to salvage diseased and infected teeth has made CCED a reputable and trustworthy cosmetic dentistry practice in Center City, Philadelphia.  When you are suffering from tooth pain or feel insecure about your smile, give CCED a call right away!  We will treat your tooth and restore your oral health so you can smile with confidence.

 

 

 

 

A New Member of the CCED Family: Dr. Cyndi Nguyen

3/6/2018

A New Member of the CCED Family: Dr. Cyndi Nguyen

3/6/2018

A New Member of the CCED Family: Dr. Cyndi Nguyen

3/6/2018