Questions for your Cheshire Dentist?
At Cheshire Dental Associates, we welcome your questions and are pleased to provide you with answers. We consider education to be an important part of every appointment because we've noticed that patients who are informed about their dental health are patients who practice better self-care and have better results.
We've collected some of the most common questions we get here for you to look through. If your question isn't answered here or if you'd like more information, don't hesitate to give us a call at (203) 272-2729 or email us using the convenient form on our Contact page.
Root Canal Therapy
This is a common fear, and we completely understand. Root canals have a reputation as painful, difficult
procedures, and many people share your apprehension when they are told that a root canal is the right treatment for their problem.
We have some fantastic news for you, though.
Why Are Root Canals Important?
The root canal's bad reputation is undeserved. Improvements in dental techniques and technologies have improved considerably over the years, and we can now perform comfortable and efficient root canals with a nearly perfect success rate. Most patients find that getting a root canal is no more difficult or painful than getting a filling. Your safety and comfort are both top priorities for us, and we'll make sure that you are relaxed and comfortable before we begin.
Root canals in Cheshire are an important service. They relieve pain and clear away dangerous infections that could cause you to lose your teeth. Thanks to root canals, we are often able to save a tooth that might otherwise have to be extracted and eventually replaced. Perhaps the reason that so many people believe that root canals are painful is because they are associating the pain of the infection with the procedure itself.
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If you have any concerns about your treatment, let us know so that we can discuss your worries with you and help you have a good experience.
No one wants to hear their dentist say the words “root canal.” But when you have a painful infection that threatens your oral health, root canal therapy can eliminate your pain and help you avoid extraction.
You’ll be happy to know that our own Dr. Fletcher received training in root canal therapy at Boston University from a founding father of modern endodontics, Dr. Schiller.
Dr. Fletcher also received an additional year of advanced training in general dentistry, including root canal therapy, at a hospital-based residency program.
So, you’re in good hands if you need a root canal!
When Is Root Canal Therapy Necessary?
When your tooth’s inner pulp chamber gets infected, a root canal removes the infected tissue that's causing pain, sensitivity, swelling, or tooth discoloration.
The most common reasons you might need a root canal include:
- Deep decay — If you have a large cavity, bacteria can enter the pulp chamber.
- Tooth trauma — If you chip or break a tooth, bacteria can enter the area.
- Repeated dental procedures — If you have several treatments on the same tooth, it can damage your tooth’s pulp chamber.
Need a Dentist in Cheshire, CT?
If you need a root canal in Cheshire, look no further than the experienced dental team at Cheshire Dental Associates! We’ll alleviate your discomfort and do everything we can to save your tooth.
To schedule a consultation or appointment, feel free to give us a call at (203) 272-2729.