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If you have a problem that is serious enough to require root canal therapy, you should not put off treatment. By holding off on scheduling treatment, you force yourself to endure pain in your tooth for longer, and you make that tooth more vulnerable to being lost! Our Mansfield, TX dental practice can work to restore your oral health by providing your root canal and capping your tooth with a permanent dental crown. With that said, we also provide preventive services that help our patients avoid the kinds of oral health issues that make this kind of care necessary.

Why Do Some Cavities Make Root Canal Therapy Necessary?

Simply put, a cavity will keep growing until you have it treated, and that can lead to unpleasant complications. If enough time passes, bacteria can actually enter your pulp, the central chamber of your tooth, at which point you can experience pain and sensitivity, and you can observe changes in your appearance because of tissue swelling and discoloration. At this point, a root canal procedure needs to take place so that we can fully restore your tooth’s health. The good news is that a cavity can be identified before it becomes this serious, which means we can preserve more of your tooth structure and provide a less involved restorative dental procedure.

What Cavity Treatment Involves

Any time a patient has a cavity, it will be necessary for us to remove all decayed tissues and bacteria. The size of your cavity will determine just how long and involved this process is. Patients who come to us in time can have a small amount of their tooth structure removed before they receive a dental filling. However, someone who put off their appointment may learn that they need a root canal and dental crown to be fully free from the threat of decay.

Avoiding Future Difficulties With Dental Decay

Regular trips to see your dentist will help you avoid the kind of cavities that require root canal therapy. At an appointment, we can point out signs of decay that require treatment. Once found, we can proceed with restorative care and return your smile to good health. Remember that these visits also provide thorough cleanings that remove plaque and tartar so that your risk for dental troubles is lower.

Talk To Your Mansfield, TX Dentist’s Office About Cavity Care

Your Mansfield, TX dentist’s office is here to help patients who experience problems with dental decay. We can intervene when a problem is serious enough to call for root canal therapy, but we can also provide support for smaller cavities that only require fillings. If you would like to learn more or book your next visit, please contact Mansfield Dental Associates at 817-473-6227!