Root Canal Treatment in Huntington, IN

What Leads to Needing a Root Canal

A tooth's inner tissue can become infected for a handful of reasons, decay that's worked its way in deep enough, a fracture that opens a path for bacteria, or simply the wear and tear of multiple procedures on the same tooth over the years. Whatever started it, the infection doesn't resolve on its own, and the longer it sits, the more it threatens the tooth's long-term survival.

Pain that won't settle down, lingering sensitivity to hot or cold, swelling, or a tooth that's visibly darkened are the usual red flags. Occasionally none of that shows up, and the only clue is something a dentist spots on an X-ray during a routine visit.

Walking Through the Root Canal Procedure

The procedure itself is far less complicated than its reputation suggests.

• Assessing the damage - An X-ray shows how far the infection has spread and maps the tooth's root structure.
• Getting numb - Local anesthesia keeps things comfortable from the first step to the last.
• Clearing the infection - Infected tissue inside the tooth is carefully removed.
• Sealing it up - The tooth is sealed and usually capped with a crown afterward for added strength and protection.

A tooth that's had multiple root canal attempts without resolving may need endodontic evaluation for a more detailed look at what's actually causing the issue to persist.

Marvel Dental treats patients throughout Huntington (46750),Fort Wayne (46825, 46835, 46816, 46806, 46815, 46805, 46803, 46804, 46808, 46809, 46802, 46807) , Markle (46770), Wabash (46992), Warren (46792), and Lagro (46941).

Keeping the Natural Tooth Intact

A root canal is meant to clear out infection while preserving as much of the original tooth as possible.

• Relieves pain caused by infection deep inside the tooth
• Stops the infection from reaching neighboring teeth
• Keeps the natural tooth in place rather than requiring removal
• Restores normal chewing function once sealed and capped