Can Endodontics Improve Your Smile?

Endodontics can save a tooth that would otherwise need to be removed because of infection or damage. Preserving the natural tooth should always be the first choice for cosmetic and health reasons. For a smile to have any aesthetic appeal, it must first be healthy. Continue reading to find out how endodontics can help improve the smile.

Restoring a healthy smile

Good nutrition and exercising are key to maintaining fitness and health. This concept applies to the smile as well. One may have healthy-looking teeth and gums, but excellent oral care is still necessary to keep them that way. Poor oral hygiene can eventually cause stains or discoloration, infection, injury, or decay that may result in tooth pain, discomfort, or eventual loss.

Cosmetic dental procedures can fix certain dental issues on the outside, but if the teeth are not internally healthy, the results will not last. Endodontics comes in at this point, as it keeps the teeth healthy on the inside to maintain a healthy appearance on the outside. Endodontics deals with the treatment of inflammation and infection of the tooth pulp, often caused by injury or decay.

The endodontic treatment

The pulp contains nerves and blood vessels that allows blood flow to the teeth to make them feel and function. Damaged or infected pulp affects blood flow. The longer the problem goes ignored, the worse it gets. Due to the fear of pain or a busy schedule, one might be tempted to postpone the procedure, but this might be detrimental for oral and general health.

The condition may cause tooth sensitivity and mild pain. Sometimes, there is a cavity, but if there is no pain or the pain eventually subsides, one might overlook the situation and never seek treatment. The first consequence of postponing treatment is that the damage worsens, then the damage starts to affect other teeth. The infection may spread to nearby teeth and gums, which could increase the risk of tooth loss and other health problems.

A dental professional can treat a damaged or infected pulp before the issue becomes worse with a simple root canal treatment. Root canals have a bad reputation for being painful, but modern technology and techniques make the procedure comfortable and stress-free.

During the procedure, the dentist will remove the diseased pulp, disinfect the area, and fill the chamber with gutta-percha before covering the tooth with a dental crown. This will protect the tooth from further damage and improve the smile’s appearance.

In conclusion

The dentist will do their best to preserve your natural smile if you ever suffer tooth damage or infection. Endodontics allows them to remove infection, repair damage, and protect the teeth from damage. If you have been experiencing tooth infection symptoms or have not visited the dentist in over a year, you should book an appointment for a dental consultation and checkup.

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