Root Canal

Root Canal in Milpitas

A root canal is a procedure specifically designed to save you from losing a tooth. Our teeth are composed of several parts, one of which is the pulp. A tooth's pulp is where the nerve, blood vessels, and connective tissue are housed. When this area becomes inflamed or infected, then a root canal procedure must be taken to save that tooth from falling right out of your mouth. 

How Do I Know if I Might Need a Root Canal?

When your pulp becomes inflamed or infected, you will begin to feel symptoms that prompt you to take action.

Toothache

These are fairly common, but certain toothaches may indicate the possibility of an inflamed or infected pulp. If you experience sharp pain in the middle of the night that leads to a generalized headache, then your tooth may be suffering.

Abscess

If you see a bump near the top part of a tooth and/or pus present in the mouth, then there is a good chance a root canal will be required.

Sensitivity

Extreme pain from hot and cold foods is a good indicator.

Discoloration

Dark discoloration on the tooth points to a deteriorated pulp. This is a severe sign.

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If you experience recurring pain that persists, please get in touch with our dentist immediately. It is always better to save a tooth than to have it extracted and replaced.

The Procedure

Root canals are often a two-appointment procedure, with the first appointment lasting up to an hour. The second appointment is for a dental crown, as most of your tooth will be lost during the process and must be capped with a crown to restore its appearance. 

Feel free to call our office at 408-262-6608 to learn more about the root canal procedure or any other services we provide. We will be happy to assist you with any questions or concerns you may have.