Experiencing severe tooth pain or sensitivity? You might need a root canal. While this treatment often gets a bad reputation, modern root canal therapy at Hammond Aesthetic & General Dentistry in Provo is a highly effective way to save your natural tooth and eliminate pain.
Dr. Chris Hammond and our team have helped countless patients throughout Provo, Orem, and Utah County preserve their natural teeth through expert root canal treatment. Let’s explore when this procedure becomes your best option and how we make it completely comfortable.
Signs You Might Need Root Canal Treatment
Several symptoms indicate that the inner pulp of your tooth is infected or damaged:
Severe, persistent pain when chewing or applying pressure signals that the tooth’s nerve is compromised. This pain often intensifies at night or when lying down.
Prolonged sensitivity to hot or cold temperatures that lingers long after the stimulus is removed suggests nerve damage. Normal sensitivity disappears quickly, but infected nerves create lasting discomfort.
Darkening or discoloration of the tooth indicates the inner pulp is dying or dead. This change in color often appears gradually as the infection progresses.
Swelling and tenderness in nearby gums, sometimes accompanied by a small bump or pimple, shows your body is fighting infection.
A cracked or chipped tooth that exposes the inner pulp creates a pathway for bacteria, potentially leading to infection even without immediate pain.
How Root Canals Save Your Natural Tooth
Many patients assume extraction is their only option when facing severe tooth problems. However, root canal therapy offers a superior alternative that preserves your natural tooth structure.
During the procedure, Dr. Hammond carefully removes the infected or inflamed pulp from inside your tooth’s root canals. He then cleans and disinfects the inner chambers before filling and sealing the space with biocompatible material.
This process eliminates the infection while maintaining your tooth’s structural integrity. After healing, a crown is typically placed to restore full function and appearance.
Why saving your natural tooth matters:
- Maintains proper chewing function
- Prevents adjacent teeth from shifting
- Preserves jawbone structure
- Costs less than extraction and replacement options
- Keeps your natural bite alignment
Comfortable Treatment With Advanced Sedation Options
Dr. Hammond understands that dental anxiety can prevent patients from seeking necessary treatment. That’s why Hammond Aesthetic & General Dentistry offers multiple sedation options to ensure your complete comfort throughout the root canal procedure.
Nitrous oxide (laughing gas) provides relaxation while keeping you conscious and responsive. This mild sedation helps anxious patients feel calm and comfortable.
Oral sedation uses prescription medication taken before your appointment to create deeper relaxation. You’ll remain awake but feel drowsy and unconcerned about the procedure.
IV sedation delivers medication directly into your bloodstream for the deepest level of conscious sedation. This option is ideal for patients with severe dental anxiety.
Expert Care You Can Trust
Dr. Chris Hammond brings years of experience and advanced training to every root canal procedure. Using state-of-the-art technology and proven techniques, he ensures optimal outcomes with minimal discomfort.
Our practice prioritizes patient education and comfort. We’ll explain every step of your treatment and answer all questions, helping you feel confident in your decision to save your natural tooth.
Don’t let tooth pain control your life. Contact Hammond Aesthetic & General Dentistry today to schedule your consultation and discover how root canal therapy can eliminate your pain while preserving your natural smile.
Contact Hammond Aesthetic & General Dentistry:
801-374-0070
Location (Tap To Open In Google Maps):
3575 N 100 E Ste 200
Provo, Utah
84604
