Saving Your Natural Smile: When is a Root Canal Necessary?

Don't fear the root canal. Crown Dental Group in National City uses advanced tech to save your natural teeth and eliminate pain comfortably.

Saving Your Natural Smile: When is a Root Canal Necessary?

There is a common misconception that root canals are painful. At Crown Dental Group, we use advanced technology and gentle techniques to prove that a root canal is actually the procedure that stops the pain. Our goal is always to save your natural tooth whenever possible.

Why You Shouldn’t Wait

If a tooth is severely decayed or infected, the pulp inside can become inflamed. Ignoring the signs can lead to an abscess or the need for a full extraction.

Signs You Might Need Treatment:

  • Lingering Sensitivity: Sharp pain when consuming hot or cold foods that lasts long after the source is gone.
  • Persistent Aching: A deep, throbbing pain in the jaw or tooth.
  • Swollen Gums: Tenderness or a small “pimple” on the gums near the painful tooth.

By using Digital Radiography, our specialists can see exactly what is happening beneath the surface to provide a precise, stress-free treatment.

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Monday to Saturday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Sunday Closed
(619) 474-6200