Prescott Root Canal Treatment
Prescott Dental Arts provides Root Canal treatment in Prescott, Arizona
When a tooth becomes damaged it is unable to repair itself. Unlike other parts of the body, tooth enamel (the protective outer layer of a tooth) and the pulp (center of the tooth made up of nerves and blood vessels) do not regenerate. When a tooth becomes damaged to the point where the pulp of the tooth dies or becomes infected, a treatment called root canal therapy is required to prevent the tooth from being extracted.
At Prescott Dental Arts we believe in saving teeth whenever possible. When a person is able to keep their own natural teeth it gives them more options in the future. Root canal treatment has been one of the most used dental procedures. It is highly favored because it allows a patient to keep their own natural teeth. Once a tooth is extracted options for replacement are available but keeping a natural tooth is much more beneficial.
Signs That Indicate a Person May Need a Root Canal
- Consistent severe pain
- Cold sensitivity
- Hot sensitivity
- Discolored tooth or teeth
- Pain when biting or chewing
- Swollen gums
- Abscess
If a person is experiencing any of these symptoms it’s important to contact our Prescott Arizona office immediately. Pain caused by damage to the pulp can increase and does not subside without treatment. Also leaving an infected tooth untreated can become harmful to a person’s overall health. Making an appointment with our office is the first step to relieving the pain and saving the tooth.
