{"id":7,"date":"2022-08-04T22:01:00","date_gmt":"2022-08-04T22:01:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.illuminatefamilydentistry.com\/blog\/?p=7"},"modified":"2022-09-16T22:02:03","modified_gmt":"2022-09-16T22:02:03","slug":"facts-about-root-canal-therapy","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.illuminatefamilydentistry.com\/blog\/facts-about-root-canal-therapy\/","title":{"rendered":"Examining the Myths and Truths About Root Canals"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignright size-medium\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" src=\"https:\/\/www.illuminatefamilydentistry.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/AdobeStock_204842970__1___1663365366_85154-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"dentist filling patient\u2019s root canal \" class=\"wp-image-9\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.illuminatefamilydentistry.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/AdobeStock_204842970__1___1663365366_85154-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.illuminatefamilydentistry.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/AdobeStock_204842970__1___1663365366_85154-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.illuminatefamilydentistry.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/AdobeStock_204842970__1___1663365366_85154.jpg 800w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>A root canal may sound scarier than trying to babysit two-year-old sextuplets for the weekend, but if it does, you probably just need to learn more about it. Why does the term \u201croot canal\u201d elicit fear in so many people? It\u2019s important to remove the fiction and present the facts about root canal therapy. Keep reading to learn more from <a href=\"https:\/\/www.illuminatefamilydentistry.com\/emergency-dentistry.html\">your emergency dentist in Derby<\/a> about a procedure that has helped a lot of people through the years.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What are Some Myths About Root Canal Treatment?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>It\u2019s important to know what\u2019s fake so you can recognize what\u2019s real:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Root canals are a lengthy process that takes multiple appointments.<\/strong> Nowadays, root canal treatment may take 1-2 hours with no complications.<\/li><li><strong>Root canals are ineffective.<\/strong> A well-executed root canal with an appropriate filling or crown has a remarkably high success rate. In fact, treatments last a lifetime in about 85 percent of cases. If a tooth becomes infected again years after a root canal, it can usually be treated again.<\/li><li><strong>A root canal procedure removes pain instantly.<\/strong> During the recovery period, it\u2019s natural to experience some discomfort and soreness. Fortunately, the symptoms are often mild and nothing that can\u2019t be remedied with a cold compress and an over-the-counter pain reliever.<\/li><li><strong>Root canal treatment itself hurts.<\/strong> This is false, considering the treatment is performed to relieve pain caused by inflammation of the tooth pulp chamber or a dental infection. With anesthesia, it is no more painful than a filling.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Here\u2019s the Truth About Root Canal Therapy<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Consider these points as you determine if this treatment can help you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>You could still need a root canal even after your toothache pain subsides.<\/strong> The pain may seem to have \u201cgone away,\u201d but in actuality, you could\u2019ve waited too long to see your dentist, and the pulp in your tooth has died.<\/li><li><strong>You will need to take painkillers after a root canal. <\/strong>The paint is caused by inflammation around the tooth, not the procedure, and it is only temporary. Ibuprofen or acetaminophen will help.<\/li><li><strong>A root canal can be expensive but effective.<\/strong> While it doesn\u2019t always come cheap, a root canal saves a tooth so that a person can still use it to maintain normal chewing function. And paying for a root canal and dental crown is less expensive than extracting a tooth and replacing it with a bridge or dental implant. Plus, methods like dental insurance and flexible financing can help you manage the cost!<\/li><li><strong>Teeth with root canal therapy often require a dental crown.<\/strong> Usually, a tooth that needs a root canal has a very large cavity or filling. This tooth is at greater risk of being fractured, so your dentist may recommend a crown to provide stability and structure.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Like many other dental treatments, root canal therapy has pros and cons, but it has a remarkably high success rate and usually lasts a lifetime. Now that you know some facts about root canal therapy, if you have a tooth that\u2019s in major trouble, talk to your dentist in Derby to see what they think is your best course of action.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">About the Author<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.illuminatefamilydentistry.com\/meet-the-dentist.html\">Dr. Rachel Clark<\/a> earned her dental doctorate from Creighton University and is a member of the American Dental Association. She was only 10 years old when she realized she wanted to be a dentist, following in the footsteps of her aunt. If you ever need a root canal or face another dental emergency, she offers same-day appointments and dental insurance is accepted. Schedule an appointment on her <a href=\"https:\/\/www.illuminatefamilydentistry.com\/contact.html\">website<\/a>, but if it\u2019s an emergency, call (316) 847-7730.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>A root canal may sound scarier than trying to babysit two-year-old sextuplets for the weekend, but if it does, you probably just need to learn more about it. Why does the term \u201croot canal\u201d elicit fear in so many people? It\u2019s important to remove the fiction and present the facts about root canal therapy. 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