Dentist in Baltimore
If you need root canal therapy, there is no need to be nervous. You may have heard that it's an unpleasant procedure, but the truth is actually much more encouraging. The advancements in both technique and equipment over the past few years have meant that most patients report very little to no discomfort at all. Here at Spectrum Dental, our
dentist in Baltimore expertly performs this non-surgical treatment to help you retain your natural tooth in spite of infection or damage to its inner pulp.
Every tooth is equipped with protective barriers called enamel and dentin, but when those barriers are breached as the result of a large cavity, loose or lost filling, or a chipped or cracked tooth, that changes the circumstances. The pulp of a tooth is at the base, next to the nerve. Harm to it leads to pain, and that is not surprising. The level of pain may range from mild to severe, and tends to be worse when you apply pressure to the tooth or chew food with it. Sensitivity to hot or cold items is also typical. You may notice gum tenderness or tooth discoloration, as well. When your tooth is intact, there is no way for bacteria to get inside. You should see our
dentist in Baltimore right away for prompt diagnosis, evaluation, and treatment. Not every tooth is a good candidate for root canal therapy, but if yours is, the procedure is to remove the pulp and nerve, and then to disinfect the canals before sealing them. When the tooth has healed fully, impressions are taken so that a permanent crown can be made to restore it to full size and function, and keep it safe from future infection.
At the first sign of any of the symptoms listed above, reach out to our office and schedule an appointment to see our
dentist in Baltimore. We will make certain you are seen as quickly as possible.
Spectrum Dental
200 East 33rd Street
Baltimore, Maryland 21218
(410) 648-2298
By Spectrum Dental
July 18, 2018
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