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All In The Family Dental

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Evansville, IN 47714

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Root canal treatment in Evansville eliminates a tooth infection, alleviates your discomfort, and preserves your natural tooth.

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Root Canal Treatment in Evansville, IN

Treatment room Facial swelling, constant and severe pain, and tooth sensitivity to temperature are all indicators that you might have a tooth infection. Root canal treatment in Evansville can help eliminate tooth infection, alleviate discomfort, and preserve natural teeth.

When Do We Recommend a Root Canal?

Dr. DJ handles our endodontic (root canal) therapy, and here are some of the telltale signs you may experience when you have a tooth infection:

Tooth discoloration or darkening
A foul taste or odor in your mouth
Facial swelling
Tooth sensitivity to hot or cold temperatures
Pain or tenderness when biting or chewing
A white blister or pimple on the gums around the painful tooth
A severe toothache that doesn’t go away and keeps you from daily activities

It’s essential to contact your team at All in the Family Dental right away if you notice any of these symptoms because a tooth infection left untreated will worsen and could begin to impact neighboring teeth or other parts of your body. We also want to eliminate the infection before the tooth becomes unsalvageable and you need an extraction.

Exploring the Benefits of Root Canal Therapy in Brentwood, TN

Our experienced dental team provides gentle root canal treatment to you and your loved ones. Here are some of the benefits of this standard dental procedure:

Relieves Your Pain

When we remove the infection from your tooth’s pulp chamber, you’ll experience pain relief and won’t have to worry about the pain returning.

Saves Your Tooth

A root canal from All in the Family Dental can help preserve your natural tooth. Without the procedure, we might have to perform an extraction.

Preserves Your Look

Undergoing root canal treatment preserves your tooth’s natural appearance; this procedure helps you avoid discoloration or extraction.

Improves Your Oral Health

Performing a root canal keeps the infection from spreading to your jaw, other teeth, or the rest of your body; this helps to keep your oral and overall health intact.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the signs I might need a root canal?

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.

What should I expect after a root canal?

No one wants to hear that they need a root canal, but when you’re suffering from a terrible toothache, root canal therapy can relieve your pain and save your tooth from extraction.

At All in the Family Dental, the relief you feel once we numb your mouth is just the beginning. It’s essential to know what to expect after your procedure, giving you the best chance to heal quickly and comfortably.

What to Expect After a Root Canal

Once you get home from your root canal treatment, here are some recovery tips:

It’s normal to feel some soreness and tenderness for a few days. Take over-the-counter pain relievers to manage any discomfort.
It’s best to stick to soft foods such as mashed potatoes, yogurt, and applesauce, and chew on the opposite side of your mouth.
You should be able to return to work and other activities the day after your root canal.
Make sure to gently brush and floss your teeth, especially around the treatment area.
Contact our dental office if you experience pain, swelling, or any signs of infection.

Need a Root Canal in Evansville, IL?

If you want to learn more about how we perform comfortable root canal treatment in Evansville and the surrounding area, please get in touch with our dental team.

You can call us at (812) 423-6113.

How do I know if I need a root canal?

Several telltale signs indicate you may need root canal treatment in Evansville, IN. At All in the Family Dental, we specialize in endodontic therapy and can help identify when root canal treatment is necessary to save your tooth.

Common Root Canal Symptoms

You may need root canal treatment if you experience:

Severe, persistent toothache that interferes with daily activities
Extreme sensitivity to hot or cold temperatures that lingers after the stimulus is removed
Pain or tenderness when biting or chewing
Facial swelling around the affected tooth
A white blister or pimple on the gums near the painful tooth
Tooth discoloration or darkening
A foul taste or odor in your mouth

It's important to contact your dentist as soon as you notice these symptoms, before an infection develops.

When Infection Develops

Root canal treatment becomes necessary when bacteria enter your tooth's pulp chamber through cracks, fractures, or severe decay. The infection can spread to surrounding tissues and even other parts of your body if left untreated, making prompt treatment essential.

Don't ignore dental pain; it's often your body's way of signaling a problem that needs immediate attention. Contact our Evansville dental team at (812) 423-6113 if you're experiencing any of these symptoms for prompt root canal treatment evaluation.

What Happens During Root Canal Treatment?

Once we determine you need root canal therapy to save your tooth, Dr. DJ will administer a dental anesthetic to numb the impacted area. The anesthetic will also bring you immediate relief from your discomfort.

Next, Dr. DJ comfortably removes the infected tissues from your tooth and fills the tooth with a material that combats infection called gutta-percha. When he’s sure your tooth is infection-free, he’ll seal it with a temporary filling to allow it time to heal.

Once your tooth is completely healed, you’ll return to All in the Family Dental to have our dentists strengthen it with a permanent crown. Rebuilding your tooth is essential to ensure that you have all the functions you had before your infection since root canal treatment can weaken your tooth structure.

What Causes a Tooth Infection?

Cracks, fractures, or other trauma to your tooth can cause an infection. Severe tooth decay that moves into the pulp and nerves of your tooth can also result in infection.

When our dentists spot tooth decay in its earliest stages during a routine, bi-annual exam, you can often treat it with a simple filling before it becomes more problematic. This can help you avoid more complex procedures like root canal treatment, which is why consistent routine teeth cleanings and checkups are so important.

Don’t Wait to Contact Us if You Are in Pain

Dental pain is often an indicator of problems that need prompt treatment. Don’t wait to contact your Evansville dentist at (812) 423-6113 if you or a loved one is experiencing dental pain.

Meet Our Doctor:

Dr. DJ Grasso

Dr. Dante (DJ) Grasso joined All in the Family Dental team in April of 2021. Dr. DJ is a first-generation dentist in his family. Dr. DJ grew up on the west side of Evansville with two older sisters. He first became inspired to become a dentist after receiving orthodontic treatment as a child. He then participated in job shadowing his sister, Haley Fritts, a hygienist who also works at our practice.

Dr. DJ's favorite thing about working with the All in the Family Dental team is that they are literally one big ...