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Being told you need a root canal is usually not what you want to hear from your dentist. But root canal treatment is not as scary or as painful as you might think, and it can save your natural tooth and eliminate the need to have it removed due to decay or infection.
A root canal is a procedure that can be done by a general dentist and involves removing the pulp, which is the soft substance in the center of the tooth and is composed of nerves, connective tissue, and blood vessels. In more severe cases, you might be referred to an endodontist, a dentist that specializes in root canals.
A root canal is a relatively simple procedure and can be done in your dentist’s office without any general anesthesia. Depending on the extent of the infection, the root canal itself is completed in one to two visits, and typically you will need to return to have a permanent filling or crown placed after the root canal is completed.
After a root canal, most patients experience an immediate improvement in the symptoms that led to needing the root canal initially. There may be some soreness and swelling in the gums around the tooth, or teeth, that was worked on. It is also important to minimize eating using that tooth until your permanent filling or crown is placed, to avoid damaging the tooth or re-contaminating the interior of the tooth, leading to an infection.
In most cases, root canals actually alleviate pain for most people, as it is removing the nerve within the tooth that has become infected and inflamed. You may have some mild soreness, particularly around the gums, which is typically well-controlled with over-the-counter medication.
Root canal treatment doesn’t need to be a painful or fearful experience. Dr. Leedy and his team use their knowledge and advanced technology to provide as comfortable an experience as possible. If you find yourself in need of a root canal or other dental treatment, contact our office to schedule an appointment.
New to our office? Please check out the Patient Forms page to learn more about preparing for your first visit with Dr. Leedy.
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Monday: 7 AM – 3 PM
Tuesday: 7 AM – 3 PM
Wednesday: 7 AM – 3 PM
Thursday: 7 AM – 3 PM
Friday: Closed
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: Closed
530 New Waverly Pl Suite 100
Cary, NC 27518
(919) 335-7961
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