Regardless if you have had the procedure done or not, one of the most notorious actions that can be performed at a dental office is a root canal. Timber Pines residents might have this inclination that a root canal is very bad, and something that causes a lot of pain and discomfort, which is true.
This is enough to scare some people from having their teeth corrected by work performed during a root canal procedure, which should never be done for better oral health and longevity of teeth.
Many people think that something bad can happen during a root canal procedure, which is true but not likely. Here, we will discuss some of the issues and concerns that can happen during or after a root canal procedure.
Dry Socket After a Root Canal
One of the most common consequences that some patients will have to deal with after having one or more teeth corrected by a root canal is something known as dry socket.
This is when the clot of the affected area ends up getting dislodged and loose, causing pain and blood to come from the affected area. When it comes to dry socket and root canals, Timber Pines residents will end up getting them because they are not being careful or not taking the precautions as recommended by their dental professional.
The most common scenario of this is when people who are regular smokers do not give enough time for the affected area to heal, and the suction from a cigarette can dislodge the blood clot and prevent healing.
Infection of the Root Canal Location
Many people would say that getting a root canal performed is akin to getting a form of mild surgery, and there is some truth behind that statement. Like other types of surgery, it is important for individuals to take care of the affected area, and regularly clean and treat it.
If someone does not do this after going through a root canal, Timber Pines residents should know they have a higher probability of getting an infection at the sight of the root canal.
AN infection of any type is no fun, but it is especially challenging in heavily used areas of the body such as the mouth that we use when talking, eating, and drilling. If you are going through a root canal procedure, make sure to follow your dentists instructions on cleaning and treating your tooth.
*Disclaimer: The views expressed here are those of the authors and do not necessarily represent or reflect the views of Anchor Dental Care*