Root canals in Chagrin Falls are easy and stress-free with Dr. Brian Hivick on your side. Root canal therapy has a bad reputation for being painful when an infection is the real culprit of the discomfort. At Chagrin Family Dental, we offer gentle, pain-free root canals so you can have a comfortable, healthy smile again. We will also guide you through your recovery, which generally takes a week or two.
What Is a Root Canal and How Does It Work?
Root canal therapy removes infected or inflamed dental pulp within the tooth. The dental pulp is essentially the nerve center of a tooth. Each tooth contains pulp, which holds nerves, blood vessels, and other tissues that keep the tooth alive and functional.
If the pulp gets damaged or infected, it can kill the tooth and harm your oral health. However, root canal therapy can easily fix this issue. During the root canal procedure, your dentist does the following:
- Examines your mouth the locate the infection
- Anesthetizes the tooth, so you don’t feel any pain
- Gently removes the diseased material
- Cleans the tooth, removing all traces of bacteria and infection
- Fills the tooth’s root canals with a durable rubber-like material
- Seals the tooth with a custom-made dental crown
After your procedure, you can enjoy a pain-free and functional smile!
What to Expect During Root Canal Recovery
Recovering from a root canal can take about a week or a little longer, depending on the patient. Slight swelling is common, but please let your dentist know if it continues.
Your dentist will provide you with detailed instructions on root canal recovery and aftercare, but here are some general rules:
- Take medications as directed.
- Rinse your mouth with saltwater. You can mix two tablespoons of salt into one glass of warm water. Gently swish the saltwater in your mouth four times daily to keep the area clean.
- Chew cautiously and avoid hard, sharp, or chewy foods until completely healed. We recommend chewing on the opposite side of your mouth and eating soft foods for the first few days.
Root Canals in Chagrin Falls
Dr. Brian Hivick is a skilled and experienced dentist in Chagrin Falls who can treat tooth infections with gentle root canal therapy. Your smile deserves the best, and we are here to help you! Call us today to schedule your consultation.