Root Canals in Cromwell, CT
Root canals are needed when decay and bacteria have spread within a tooth for too long without treatment. At Unicorn Dental Group, we perform root canal therapy to relieve pain and save your natural tooth.
Request an AppointmentOver time, infection can make its way into the pulp within your tooth, which contains nerves that cause significant pain when infected. Since the infection happens within the tooth, you may not see the damage but will often feel it, or notice signs like bleeding, swelling, and bad breath.
If left untreated, you may lose the tooth entirely or risk the infection spreading further into the body, which can require more extensive treatment than a root canal would have needed.
What Happens During a Root Canal
After a thorough examination confirms a root canal is the best treatment option, we’ll schedule your procedure. During treatment, we remove the infected pulp, which is no longer needed for the tooth to function properly, then clean the inside of the tooth and flush out any remaining bacteria. Afterward, we fill and seal the tooth and place either a crown or filling to restore it. Treatment length and the number of visits can vary depending on the severity of the infection.
Don’t Wait If You’re in Pain
If you think you may have an infected tooth or are experiencing pain and other symptoms, schedule an appointment right away for a diagnosis. Treatment is quicker, easier, and often more cost-effective when caught early.
For more information on root canals or to schedule an appointment, please contact our office today at (860) 635-3993.
How do I know if I need a root canal?
Signs include tooth pain, sensitivity, swelling, bleeding, or bad breath, which may indicate an infection inside the tooth.
Is a root canal painful?
Modern root canal treatment is performed with local anesthesia and is generally no more uncomfortable than getting a filling.
What happens if I don’t get a root canal?
Untreated infection can lead to tooth loss or spread further into the body, requiring more extensive treatment down the road.
How many visits does a root canal typically take?
The number of visits varies depending on the severity of the infection, but many root canals can be completed in one to two appointments.
What happens to the tooth after a root canal?
The tooth is filled and sealed, then typically restored with a crown or filling to protect it going forward.