{"id":352,"date":"2019-08-03T02:48:44","date_gmt":"2019-08-03T02:48:44","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.waterburysmiles.com\/blog\/?p=352"},"modified":"2019-09-03T02:49:29","modified_gmt":"2019-09-03T02:49:29","slug":"common-signs-root-canal-waterbury","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.waterburysmiles.com\/blog\/2019\/08\/common-signs-root-canal-waterbury\/","title":{"rendered":"7 Common Signs You Need a Root Canal"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignright size-medium wp-image-353\" src=\"https:\/\/www.waterburysmiles.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/pain-3-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"woman with dental pain\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.waterburysmiles.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/pain-3-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.waterburysmiles.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/pain-3-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.waterburysmiles.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/pain-3-1024x683.jpg 1024w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/>Do you have a painful tooth? Maybe it\u2019s turning gray? Either problem shows a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.waterburysmiles.com\/root-canal-therapy.html\">root canal<\/a> may be looming in your future. It\u2019s estimated, 15.1 million root canals are performed each year; however, they are only recommended when there aren\u2019t any other options to save teeth from extractions. Your dentist considers all other treatments before suggesting root canals in Waterbury; however, here are 7 signs you may need one.<\/p>\n<p><!--more--><\/p>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1. Persistent Pain<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>People often think an occasional toothache is normal, but\nany unexplained pain is never a good sign. In fact, it is often caused by an\ninfection. Whether the pain gradually worsens, or it comes and goes, it is a\nred flag that something is not right. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2. Broken Tooth<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Minor chips or breaks are often purely cosmetic, but some\nfractures may extend deep into the tooth. This can lead to an infection that\ncan enter the bloodstream after reaching the root.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3. Tooth Sensitivity<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Tooth sensitivity can be caused by several issues, such as a\ncavity, weakened enamel, or gum recession, but it can also indicate an\ninfection. If the pain persists longer than a few minutes after being exposed\nto hot or cold foods and drinks, you should schedule an appointment with your\ndentist right away. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">4. Swollen Gums<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Any swelling of your gum tissue is a sign there is an issue\nbrewing beneath the surface. This is especially true if a raised bump appears\nnear a tooth. This is often caused by an infection deep within a tooth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">5. Dark Discoloration<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Your teeth naturally darken over time, but a tooth that\nneeds to have a root canal looks a bit different. Instead of being brown or\nyellow, it will have a grayish tint. This results when the nerves and blood\nvessels have been damaged. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">6. Prolonged Tooth Sensitivity<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If it hurts to put pressure on your tooth, and the\ndiscomfort doesn\u2019t subside after a few weeks, it\u2019s time to schedule an\nappointment with your emergency dentist in Waterbury. Most likely, it is the\nresult of a damaged root. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">7. Deep Decay<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>An untreated cavity will continue to wreak havoc on your\ntooth until it spreads into the nerve and root. Now, a root canal is likely the\nonly option to save it from extraction.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Save Your Tooth Today!<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you have signs you may need to have a root canal, do not\nwait until it is too late to save your tooth. Your emergency dentist will\nprovide the quick care you need to stop your pain and rehabilitate your smile.\nAlthough root canals have a bad reputation for being painful, they are now no\nworse than a traditional filling thanks to the latest advancements in\ndentistry.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>About Waterbury Smiles<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.waterburysmiles.com\/meet-the-dentists.html\">Dr. Marini and\nDr. Mancini<\/a> provide comprehensive dental services to ensure their patients\u2019\nsmiles last for a lifetime. If you have a tooth giving you grief, we have the\nsolutions you need to stop your pain. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.waterburysmiles.com\/contact-us.html\">Contact our office today<\/a>\nto schedule your consultation for a root canal. <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Do you have a painful tooth? Maybe it\u2019s turning gray? Either problem shows a root canal may be looming in your future. It\u2019s estimated, 15.1 million root canals are performed each year; however, they are only recommended when there aren\u2019t any other options to save teeth from extractions. 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