You will need root canal treatment if you have a pulp infection inside your tooth. While a pulp infection can only be diagnosed by a dentist, some symptoms of a pulp infection include:

• tooth pain

• pain when biting, chewing, or applying pressure

• sensitivity to temperature changes in your mouth

• a single discolored tooth

If you are experiencing any of these symptoms, then it is recommended to schedule an appointment with our Flushing, Queen dentist at Dental Solutions New York as soon as possible.

You may need a root canal if you have severe tooth decay, a cracked tooth, repeated dental procedures on the same tooth, or persistent pain and swelling indicating infection.

After root canal treatment, it is normal to experience some soreness in the treated tooth. This is because the inflammation caused by the infection takes a couple of days to resolve itself. Over the counter pain medications such as ibuprofen or acetaminophen may also be recommended in order to manage this pain. Our dentist will also have you schedule another appointment to be fitted for a permanent dental crown once your tooth has healed.

In the meantime, you will temporarily need to avoid chewing on that side of your mouth in order to prevent the temporary crown from being damaged or dislodged. Once your permanent crown is placed, you can resume your normal routine. You will need to care for your crown by brushing and flossing daily, and scheduling regular dental exams. For the first few days after your new crown is placed, you may experience some minor tooth sensitivity and/or soreness in the gums. This will fade once your mouth has adapted to the new restoration.

The procedure itself is typically painless, as local anesthesia is used to numb the area. Some discomfort may occur afterward, but it can usually be managed with over-the-counter pain relief.

Signs include severe toothache, prolonged sensitivity to hot or cold, discoloration of the tooth, swelling and tenderness in the gums, and a recurring pimple on the gums.