Signs may vary by patient and the extent of your infection, but in most cases, you’ll notice:
- Severe toothache
- Blister on the gum
- Jaw swelling
- Darkening tooth
Root canal infections are dental emergencies, so if you suspect an infection, contact our dental office as soon as possible to schedule a fast appointment with the dentist.
About Root Canal Treatment in Evansville
Root canal treatment is painless. The dentist uses powerful anesthesia to numb the treatment site, giving you instant relief. Then, we remove the infected material from your tooth chamber. To finish, we rinse the chamber to disinfect and promote healing.
After anesthesia wears off, you may notice mild soreness, but this is temporary. Typically, an over-the-counter pain reliever is sufficient.
You return to our dental office for a restoration in about two weeks. In most cases, we use a dental crown to restore the tooth's stability.
You can lower your risks for tooth root infections by seeing your dentist regularly and keeping up with brushing and flossing sessions. Ideally, you should brush and floss after every meal, but no less than twice daily.
Contact Your Emergency Dentist in Evansville, IN
To schedule your next visit or if you have questions for our dental team, call us today at (812) 423-6113.