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Root Canal Therapy – Staten Island, NY

Get Pain Relief and Save Your Tooth

Does drinking iced tea or hot coffee have you agonizing in pain? Maybe one of your teeth has simply been hurting constantly for a while now. In either case, it would seem you are dealing with an infection inside the dental pulp – the bundle of nerve endings located at the center of your tooth. Since this area is so sensitive, it can cause discomfort to the degree that it interferes with your daily life. Hope is not lost, however, because here at Nu Dental Staten Island we want to help you get pain relief and save your tooth to give you a reason to smile once again. Contact us so Dr. G and Dr. S can get you back on track with root canal therapy on Staten Island!

Why Choose NU Dental Staten Island for Root Canal Therapy?

Do I Need Root Canal Therapy? 

man coffee toothache for root canal therapy on Staten Island

The most common indication of the need for a root canal is a severe, persistent toothache. However, that is certainly not the only symptom to look for. Other signs you might need a root canal include:

As soon as you notice any of these symptoms, contact our team. We’ll get you in for an appointment ASAP.

The Root Canal Process

woman toothache in bed for root canal therapy on Staten Island

The term “root canal” gets a bad rap, but this procedure is actually painless. In fact, by removing the infected nerve of the tooth, a root canal is designed to relieve pain. Plus, your emergency dentist on Staten Island will numb your mouth with a local anesthetic beforehand so you will remain comfortable throughout the process. If needed, we also have multiple sedation options available to help you relax.

We will begin by using special instruments to access the inner chambers of the tooth and remove the pulp that’s triggering your pain. After sanitizing the area, we’ll refill it with a synthetic gutta-percha material to retain the tooth’s shape. The next step is to seal and protect the tooth by placing a temporary dental crown. As your mouth heals, the area around the tooth might feel a bit sore and tender.

A few weeks later, we will see you at our dental office. Then, we’ll switch out your temporary crown for a permanent one. At that point, the underlying tooth should be fully protected. You’ll be able to use it as you normally would – bring on that cup of coffee!

The Benefits of Getting a Root Canal

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While replacement options like dental implants have their benefits for your smile, preserving your natural tooth should always be the primary goal. If you hesitate to get a root canal when you need one, the infection might progress to the point of no return and your tooth will have to be extracted entirely. Removing and replacing a tooth is a much more complex, time-consuming, and wallet-draining venture than root canal therapy.

In addition to saving your natural tooth, root canal therapy has other benefits:

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