Root Canal Treatment – Marysville, OH

Save Your Tooth from Severe Decay

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Nothing can ruin a good time quite like the sudden onset of an agonizing toothache. Luckily, the team at Northwest Family Dental of Marysville can perform a painless and effective root canal treatment that will eliminate the infection at its source so your tooth can stay comfortable and function well for many years to come. Here’s a brief guide to how this process works and why it might be the best thing for your smile.

Why Choose Northwest Family Dental of Marysville for Root Canal Treatment?

  • Skilled and Compassionate Dentist
  • Insurance Welcomed
  • Flexible Financing Options Available

Do You Need Root Canal Treatment?

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Root canals are typically used to resolve severe decay and spare a damaged tooth from extraction, and they may be necessary due to an advanced dental infection or oral trauma that exposes the inner structure of the tooth. You may need a root canal if you experience symptoms such as:

  • An agonizing, throbbing toothache
  • Swelling around the tooth
  • The tooth turning gray while the other teeth remain white
  • Discomfort during the chewing process
  • A foul taste in your mouth
  • Visible cracks or decay in your tooth

The Root Canal Process

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A root canal may be necessary if the pulp of your tooth has become exposed due to severe decay or an extensive crack in its enamel. The process begins with Dr. Miller administering a local anesthetic to ensure that you feel no pain, and you may receive a sedation treatment if you need any extra help staying calm and still throughout the procedure. He will then open the tooth, remove the infected pulp, sanitize and fill the inner chamber, and seal the structure to prevent reinfection. You may then receive a restoration such as a dental crown to restore your tooth’s lost structure if necessary. Placing a dental crown typically takes two visits several weeks apart, and you can expect to receive a temporary crown while your permanent appliance is being manufactured.

The Benefits of Getting a Root Canal

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While root canal treatments have an unfortunate reputation due to how they are portrayed in humorous media like cartoons and movies, these procedures are actually completely painless and can immediately end agonizing toothaches. A few of the remarkable benefits of root canals include:

  • Saving a tooth from extraction
  • Avoiding the need for costly replacement appliances such as bridges or implants
  • Preventing future infections
  • Protecting the tooth from injury with a high-quality dental crown
  • Lifelike dental crowns mean that casual observers will not be able to tell that the procedure was performed