Could your smile benefit from getting root canal therapy? Here’s how to tell…
It’s important to be able to spot the warning signs that something isn’t right with the health of a tooth. Of course, we know that problem teeth don’t always cause symptoms, so you could actually need a root canal and not even know it. That’s why skipping out on those six-month dental checkups with our Stamford, CT, dentist Dr. Himani Mahajan is a big no-no. In some cases, you may receive signals and signs from a tooth that it might need a root canal. Here’s how you can tell.
You have a persistent toothache
Dental pain is one of the first signs that you may have an infected or inflamed dental pulp that needs to be removed through a simple root canal. Don’t worry; your tooth will be just fine without its pulp. Dental pain of any kind should be addressed right away by our Stamford, CT, family dentist. Even though tooth pain doesn’t necessarily mean that you need a root canal, it can be a warning sign so it’s best to play it safe and visit your dentist right away.
You have sudden tooth sensitivity
Are you noticing that one of your teeth is suddenly in pain when exposed to a hot cup of coffee or a glass of iced tea? Tooth sensitivity to hot or cold that lingers is a sign of an infected or damaged dental pulp. If you’ve never experienced this problem before and it’s localized to a single tooth, these are signs that you might need a root canal.
Your tooth is darker or suddenly looks discolored
If a tooth has started to darken or grey this is a serious sign that the tissue inside the tooth is diseased and decaying. It’s important that you visit our dental team right away if you notice any changes to the overall color of a tooth.
Pain with chewing
Along with that persistent dental pain that you might be experiencing, it’s not uncommon to also experience worsening pain when chewing or biting down on the tooth. That’s because the dental pulp is the only part of the tooth that contains nerves, so when it’s infected or inflamed it’s going to let you know.
If you are dealing with dental pain, tooth sensitivity or any of the other issues above know that our Stamford, CT, dentist Dr. Mahajan and the team at Stamford Smile Arts can provide you with the immediate care your smile needs when problems arise. Call us today at (203) 348-4145 to schedule a dental appointment.