{"id":169,"date":"2021-11-11T13:52:00","date_gmt":"2021-11-11T13:52:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newingtonctdentist.com\/blog\/?p=169"},"modified":"2021-11-15T13:59:04","modified_gmt":"2021-11-15T13:59:04","slug":"when-do-you-need-an-emergency-root-canal","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newingtonctdentist.com\/blog\/when-do-you-need-an-emergency-root-canal\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Determine If You Need an Emergency Root Canal"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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A root canal is an area within the center of a tooth that contains pulp, which is made up of nerves and blood vessels. If the pulp becomes damaged because of severe decay or infection, a procedure called root canal therapy, commonly referred to as simply a root canal will need to be performed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

During this treatment, the pulp is extracted, and the inside of the tooth is cleaned and resealed to ensure that the infection doesn\u2019t spread. A few days or a week after a root canal is performed, your dentist will place a composite filling in the center of your tooth. A crown, which is a cover for the tooth may also need to be placed by your dentist in order to protect the tooth and to help prevent pain in the future.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What Are Common Signs That You May Need a Root Canal?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

In some cases, an infected root canal won\u2019t cause any symptoms. It is especially important to see your dentist regularly to detect any potential problems and to treat them before they become more severe.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Signs you may need a root canal procedure include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n