Root Canal Readiness: Do root canals hurt?

By: Dr. Ahmed Sadek

It’s normal to feel nervous if you recently found out you need a root canal. Drilling into your already paining tooth can make things worse, right? As it turns out, this isn’t the case. An infected tooth can be extremely painful because of the pulp chamber’s damaged nerves and blood tissues. Dental infection continues to cause pain until the dentist clears it up with a root canal.

Root canals in Long Beach, California, are virtually painless. Marina Endodontics provides a light touch and a variety of techniques to ensure your treatment is safe and painless.

How painful are root canals?

Many patients report a trouble-free experience similar to getting a tooth filling. Instead of causing pain, the procedure removes the infection to eliminate the source of your toothache.

When root canals are necessary, they aren’t something to make you run for the hills. Today’s root canals are performed with advanced techniques to ensure they’re painless. You’ll feel no pain even as the dentist creates an access hole in your tooth.

Here’s why your root canal treatment is painless:

• Local anesthetics: Before your treatment, the dentist will numb your mouth with highly effective anesthetics to ensure you don’t feel pain during treatment.
• Supportive environment: Our office is designed to provide a comfortable, relaxed atmosphere—no intimidating sights and smells. You’ll be relaxed even before you hop into the dental chair.
• Top-of-the-line technology: We have invested in modern technology to ensure your endodontic treatments are painless and seamless. Dental microscopes enhance visualization, allowing the dentist to see even the intricate root canals during treatment. The GentleWave Procedure used to clean and disinfect your teeth infuses technology into your treatment, enhancing precision, speed, efficiency, and comfort.

What about the pain after a root canal?

Post-treatment instructions after a root canal include:

• Take your medications as prescribed if indicated
• Rest after treatment to allow your body to heal
• Avoid chewing on the side of the treated tooth
• Observe optimal oral hygiene to avoid reinfection

Are you interested in painless root canals?

Though it’s natural to worry that root canal treatment causes additional discomfort, the truth is that it relieves pain rather than causes it. The recovery is also seamless, so you’ll be back on your feet soon! Get the endodontic treatment you need to save your tooth and get well-deserved relief—call 562-431-3636 to schedule an appointment with Marina Endodontics.