A root canal is a dental procedure that removes inflamed and infected tooth pulp, cleans and disinfects the area, and then fills and seals the tooth. It’s important to remove the infection so it doesn’t spread to other areas of your mouth. This common procedure has a reputation for being painful, but it’s actually a pain-relieving treatment.

If you’re experiencing any tooth pain contact Ranieu Family Dental right away. Your dentist will diagnose your dental issue and tell you if a root canal is needed. If you experience extreme pain, sensitivity, or pressure in a single tooth, it’s often the result of an infection due to deep decay, facial trauma or a crack or chip in your tooth. Additional symptoms that may indicate you’ll need an emergency root canal are:

• Severe pain while biting or chewing
• Chipped or cracked tooth
• Sensitivity to hot or cold
• Swollen or tender gums
• Deep decay
• Darkening of gum tissue

When you’re in pain, it’s a dental emergency. Whether your tooth infection is from decay or injury, you need dental attention asap. We specialize in treating all kinds of dental emergencies and will provide expert care with precision and skill. Trust the Ranieu Family Dental team for your emergency root canal. Our office hours are flexible and we have evening and weekend office hours available to accommodate your needs.