{"id":144,"date":"2021-01-29T17:00:33","date_gmt":"2021-01-29T17:00:33","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.pearlwhitedentistry.com\/blog\/?p=144"},"modified":"2021-01-31T17:13:41","modified_gmt":"2021-01-31T17:13:41","slug":"really-need-root-canal","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.pearlwhitedentistry.com\/blog\/really-need-root-canal\/","title":{"rendered":"Do I Really Need a Root Canal?"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-145\" src=\"https:\/\/www.pearlwhitedentistry.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/iStock-690010978-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.pearlwhitedentistry.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/iStock-690010978-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.pearlwhitedentistry.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/iStock-690010978-768x513.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.pearlwhitedentistry.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/iStock-690010978-1024x684.jpg 1024w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">A root canal is one of those procedures that many people are probably vaguely aware of but know little about until a dental professional tells you that you need it.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Generally, a <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pearlwhitedentistry.com\/root-canals.html\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">root canal<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> is a restorative procedure designed to help save injured or decaying teeth by eliminating infections in the tooth pulp. Also known as endodontic treatment, the procedure is safe, effective, and painless, thanks to anesthesia and <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pearlwhitedentistry.com\/sedation-dentistry.html\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">sedation<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">The key to saving natural teeth through a root canal is spotting the problem as early as possible. Routine checkups and cleanings are a vital part of maintaining oral health and monitoring for possible issues. You should also see a dentist if you are experiencing tooth or jaw pain.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">At Pearl White Dentistry, we provide a wide range of dental services for our patients, from preventive <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pearlwhitedentistry.com\/checkups-and-cleanings.html\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">checkups<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> and <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pearlwhitedentistry.com\/dental-cleaning.html\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">cleanings<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> to <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pearlwhitedentistry.com\/tooth-colored-fillings.html\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">fillings<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">, root canals, and other <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pearlwhitedentistry.com\/restorative-dentistry.html\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">restorative<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> work.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Fort Lauderdale dentist <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pearlwhitedentistry.com\/meet-the-doctor.html\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Dr. Natalia Benda-Celenski<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> prides herself on making personal connections with her patients and taking the time to understand each person\u2019s unique situation and goals. That is why many patients call her the best dentist in South Florida. Check out our latest <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pearlwhitedentistry.com\/reviews.html\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">patient reviews<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> here.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>Our Fort Lauderdale Dentist Explains What a Root Canal Treats<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Root canals are generally recommended to address serious tooth decay. These are situations in which the decay has moved beyond the exterior enamel of a tooth to the interior pulp. If untreated, the infected pulp will cause the tooth to continue to decay and eventually die.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Common reasons for root canals include:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Deep tooth decay<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Repeated dental procedures on the same tooth<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Malfunctioning crowns<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">A cracked, chipped, or damaged tooth<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">At Pearl White, Fort Lauderdale dentist Dr. Natalia and her team will explain specifically why they believe you need a root canal and how the process can help you save your tooth and restore your smile.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>How a Root Canal Works<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">During the procedure, a dentist removes the damaged pulp, which runs from the tooth&#8217;s root in the jawbone to the top of the crown. The root canals are then cleaned, and the tooth is filled to help prevent further infection.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">The root canal process is fairly intensive and was once considered painful. Fortunately, dentists now use anesthesia and sedation to keep patients calm and comfortable throughout the procedure. It is more painful to live with an infected tooth than to have a root canal.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">The procedure is typically completed over one or two appointments. A temporary crown may be installed on the tooth to protect it between appointments.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>Visit a <\/b><b>Fort Lauderdale Dentist Today<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">If you are experiencing oral pain and other issues or are simply looking for a routine checkup and cleaning, <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Fort Lauderdale dentist<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> Dr. Natalia Benda-Celenski and the staff at Pearl White Dentistry can help.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">We take the time to understand each patient\u2019s individual situation and needs and offer services tailored to their goals. That includes providing a full range of restorative, cosmetic, and emergency dental services.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">To schedule an appointment with Dr. Natalia in Fort Lauderdale, call Pearl White Dentistry at (954) 491-8812 or contact us by email at <a href=\"mailto:dr@pearlwhitedentistry.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">dr@pearlwhitedentistry.com<\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>A root canal is one of those procedures that many people are probably vaguely aware of but know little about until a dental professional tells you that you need it. Generally, a root canal is a restorative procedure designed to help save injured or decaying teeth by eliminating infections in the tooth pulp. 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