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Root canals in the front teeth are relatively faster than root canals in the back teeth because the teeth are thinner with fewer canals to clean. We gain access to the pulp chamber through the lingual surface of the tooth (facing the tongue).
The front teeth only contain one canal that needs to be cleaned and reshaped. These teeth don’t withstand a lot of chewing force so they do not typically need a dental crown.
Root canals in the back teeth require more anesthetic because of the thickness of the tooth. These teeth, which have up to four canals, may take multiple appointments to clean and reshape. We will place a temporary filling if we have not completed the canal cleaning process after the first appointment.
You’ll then come back and we will remove the temporary filling and complete the procedure. The access hole is made into the chewing surface of these teeth and a dental crown is highly recommended.
At your consultation, we will need to assess the extent of damage or decay by examining your teeth and taking x-rays to look at the pulp inside. If the decay has penetrated through the deepest layers of pulp, you may need an extraction.
After administering local anesthesia to numb your mouth, we will drill a hole into your tooth to access the pulp chamber and scrape out the infected pulp along with the roots.
Each canal in the tooth needs to be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized to remove all of the bacteria and then reshaped.
The pulp is replaced with gutta-percha and the access hole is sealed with a permanent filling. If it’s a rear molar, then you should cover it with a dental crown for extra protection.
A root canal is a pretty straightforward procedure. The dentist starts by administering a local anesthetic to the affected area to numb the pain. The dentist will then use a drill to create an access hole in the enamel of the affected tooth to get to the pulp cavity.
With access to the pulp, the dentist will scoop out all the infected pulp before irrigating and disinfecting the pulp. The remaining hole is filled with gutta-percha, and the dentist seals the access hole before sending you home.
Brightly Dental accepts coverage from most popular insurers. However, patients without insurance can still make cash payments. Dental crowns cost between $1,200 and 1,300, depending on the type of dental crown.
Composite crowns made of a mixture of porcelain and metal are the most affordable crowns, with an average price tag of $1,110. Purely porcelain crowns are a notch costlier but mimic your teeth' natural appearance. These cost $1,300 on average and are at par with Metal crowns.
A crown isn't always mandatory after a root canal, but dentists often recommend getting one. Root canals involve removing decayed portions of the teeth, leaving behind a weakened tooth structure. Dental crowns strengthen the tooth structure by protecting the damaged portion of the teeth.
Aside from strength and protection, crowns also increase the lifespan of root canals by protecting them from wear and tear. They also restore the full functionality of the tooth so patients can resume their regular diet.
You may need a root canal if you experience persistent pain in one of your teeth. This pain could be because bacteria in your teeth have spread to the pulp in the teeth and irritated the sensitive nerve endings.
You may also need a root canal if you chipped or fractured your tooth. These fractures expose the sensitive pulp in the pulp cavity, causing intense pain. A root canal will remove the pulp and nerves to ease the pain permanently.
Root canals last ten to fifteen years before they require touch-ups or retreatment but can last a lifetime if you take good care of your teeth. Some factors influencing how long your root canals last include the timing of the treatment. Root canals addressing tooth decay at an early stage last longer than those for advanced tooth decay.
Neglecting oral hygiene also compromises the longevity of your root canal. Dentists may decide to put a dental crown over the root canal to prolong its lifespan.
No, they're completely painless despite the invasive nature of the procedure. Dentists administer local anesthesia to numb the affected tooth and surrounding areas. Patients won’t feel any pain but will feel slight movement and pressure during the procedure. You may feel a bit sore and mild pain after the surgery, but you can use OTC painkillers to ease the pain.
Contact the dentist if you still feel pain days after the surgery. You may have a bacterial infection or a botched root canal. Both require prompt dental attention.
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