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Why Are Root Canals Sometimes Necessary?

The root canal procedure removes infected nerve tissue and pulp within a tooth to prevent further decay or deterioration. Once the root of the tooth is removed, a cap is placed over the tooth to preserve dental function. Only your general dentist can determine whether you need a root canal, but look below to find out why this treatment is sometimes necessary. 

What is a Root Canal Surgery?

During the root canal procedure, the dentist uses a file to scrape the sides of the root canals, pulling out the pulp, blood vessels, and nerve. This process removes all of the infection and prohibits the development of further infection. Furthermore, this procedure allows the patient to preserve the look of the tooth without the risk of developing cavities.

Why is Root Canal Surgery Necessary?

• Severe Tooth Decay

The most common reason to undergo a root canal procedure is severe tooth decay. If you fail to properly treat a minor cavity, the bacteria causing the decay could spread to the root of the tooth. If bacterium spreads, the tooth's nerve and pulp may become inflamed and infected. You can’t stop decay with brushing and flossing. Instead, you’ll need to have the tooth professionally cleaned and repaired with a composite filling or root canal surgery.

• Repeated Dental Procedures

If you undergo multiple dental procedures on one tooth, the underlying dental layers can become worn down. Once the enamel is worn away, your tooth’s nerve and pulp will be exposed, which can be quite painful. In this case, you may require a root canal.

• A Chipped or Cracked Tooth

It isn’t uncommon for people to chip teeth while eating. Physical trauma can also result in chipped teeth, especially if you have weak enamel. In some cases, a chip may only require a dental filling treatment. But if the enamel is too weak, decayed, or damaged, you may need a root canal.

If you believe your oral health might benefit from a root canal treatment, call Appletree Cosmetic and Family Dentistry at (913) 738-4929. We’ll evaluate your dental health and create a treatment plan that alleviates your dental pain and restores your oral health.

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The dentists at Appletree Cosmetic and Family Dentistry in Olathe, KS are here to help you care for your teeth with the most advanced general and cosmetic dentistry procedures available today. To learn more about Appletree Cosmetic And Family Dentistry, please call (913) 738-4929.

• This article from Best Health offers information on 5 symptoms of oral health problems that should be assessed by a dentist right away.
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• Consumer Guide to Dentistry offers this article discussing how dentists are currently using lasers to treat various dental problems.

How Cutting-Edge Lasers Have Improved Dental Procedures

Lasers have revolutionized many areas of medicine, and dental procedures are no exception. Lasers can improve your dental health by allowing dentists to perform complicated procedures more easily and painlessly, making good dental hygeine more accessible.

Laser Dental Procedures

Dentists can use lasers to help remove decay within a tooth and prepare the surrounding enamel for a filling. New laser filling materials can be hardened by lasers, allowing them to be shaped and inserted by dentists before their shape is fixed. Lasers can also be used to reshape gums, treat gum disease, perform biopsies, and remove lesions.

Benefits of Using Lasers

• Reduced Pain: Lasers are often less painful than traditional techniques. As a result, the need for anesthesia is reduced in many circumstances.
• Increased Comfort: For patients that feel their stress level rise at the thought of dental care or the sound of the dental drill, laser treatments offer a way to have dental procedures performed without drilling.
• Minimal Bleeding: Lasers used during soft tissue treatments help to minimize bleeding and swelling by cauterizing wounds as they are cut. Consequently, laser dental procedures require fewer sutures.
• Faster Healing: After laser treatment you are more likely to heal faster. Because laser surgery causes minimal bleeding and sterilizes the surrounding area, incisions are less severe and infections are less likely.
• Controlled Treatment: Lasers allow dentists to treat the area but minimize damage to the surrounding tissue.

Whether you’re seeking cosmetic dentistry procedures like tooth whitening or general dentistry procedures and orthodontic care, you can rely on the outstanding experience and the latest techniques and technology of the dentists of Appletree Cosmetic and Family Dentistry. You can schedule an appointment by calling (913) 738-4929.

Dental Health & Gum Disease: Signs of Gum Disease

Do you want to learn more about periodontal disease? In this video, you can learn what periodontal disease is, as well as learn to recognize the symptoms of gum disease. Treatment for gum disease should start with an evaluation of your teeth and gums by a qualified dentist.

For quality, friendly dental care in Olathe, KS schedule an appointment with Appletree Cosmetic and Family Dentistry. Call us today to learn more about our cosmetic dentistry, general dentistry, and sedation dentistry at (913) 738-4929. Need orthodontic care? The dentists of Appletree Cosmetic And Family Dentistry also offer orthodontic treatments.

Signs That You Should Visit a Dentist Right Away

Many dental conditions, by virtue of the pain they cause, clearly need to be evaluated and treated by a dentist right away. However there are some symptoms that should be evaluated by a dentist immediately, whether or not they cause pain.

Sensitivity

Tooth sensitivity to temperature or pressure may indicate injured tooth pulp or nerves, cavities, or clenching or grinding your teeth (bruxism). When a tooth becomes sensitive to sweet foods, it may indicate a cavity in your tooth.

Bleeding Gums

If you gums bleed when you floss of brush your teeth, you should talk to your dentist. Bleeding gums may be a sign of the beginning stages of gum disease. When plaque and  tartar remain on your teeth, they irritate your gums and cause gingivitis, a mild form of periodontal disease.

Bad Breath

Certain foods or drinks, medicines, habits, or medical conditions may cause bad odor in your mouth. Whenever you have persistent bad breath that isn’t resolved with brushing and flossing, seek the expertise of a dentist.

Cracks or Chips

A dentist should always assess a tooth that has been chipped or cracked. Although some cracks and chips are minor and don’t require treatment, most often a damaged tooth will need repair to prevent more pain, damage, and expensive repairs down the road.

Tooth Pain

Usually tooth pain will get you into your dentist’s office; living with tooth pain is miserable and treatment is the clear solution. If you are hesitant to visit the dentist because of fear or anxiety, you should know that sedation dentistry is one way dentists can help you feel more relaxed and less anxious before beginning dental treatment.

Appletree Cosmetic And Family Dentistry in Olathe, KS offers gentle and personal dentistry care that will put a smile on your face. We also provide sedation dentistry. Call Appletree Cosmetic and Family Dentistry today at (913) 738-4929 to learn more or to schedule an appointment.