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Dead Teeth Or Just Sick?

do I need a root canal Marble Falls

Since our teeth don’t ‘grow’ and the enamel is not comprised of living cells, sometimes we forget that teeth are alive. We are reminded that they have active nerves when we have a toothache or sudden sensitivity to hot or cold food. Like other organs, teeth need a blood supply to stay alive and healthy.

Veins, arteries, lymph vessels and nerves live below the enamel and dentin in the pulp of the tooth. When the blood flow is cut off, the tooth eventually dies. What can cause blood flow troubles? Injury, trauma, infection, large fillings, and multiple restorations can impact a tooth’s blood supply.

Your dentist can carry out root canal therapy to save a dead tooth if necessary. During a root canal procedure (or endodontic treatment) the soft tissue in the root of the tooth is removed. Once the roots are cleaned out and widened, they are filled with a special rubber material. The root canal is only the first step in the complete tooth restoration. The final steps are the core build up and beautiful and functional crown.

Root canals generally last many years, but not always. Inadequate oral hygiene, decay, periodontal disease, an undetected crack, abscess, or degradation of root canal sealing materials can all cause a root canal to fail.

How do you know if you have a dead or dying tooth? It is important to communicate with Dr. Greg Ritchie of Ritchie Dental Group immediately if you experience tenderness or pain, hot or cold sensitivity, tooth discoloration, tooth injury, gum swelling, gum pain, or lymph node tenderness or drainage. Keep in mind, however, that sometimes there are no noticeable symptoms. That is why it is vital to visit your dentist regularly for a thorough dental examination and dental cleaning.

In addition to endodontic therapy,  we are dedicated to friendly and comprehensive general and cosmetic dentistry. You can count on Ritchie Dental Group for: porcelain veneers, restorative dentistry, sedation dentistry, and teeth whitening.

Creating Beautiful Smiles Every Day.

Contact Ritchie Dental Group: 830-693-8833

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1000 Marble Heights Dr, Marble Falls TX
Marble Falls, Texas
78654

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