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Understanding Root Canal Therapy: What You Need to Know for Pain Relief
There are times when a dental emergency hits you out of the blue, or at least feels like it does. When this happens, the pain can be excruciating, and you need immediate relief.
Unfortunately, many dental practices don’t offer emergency services, forcing you to wait before receiving the pain-relieving treatment you need. This can be especially bad for those needing an emergency root canal. That’s why at Surrey Place Dental Group, we offer patients extended business hours, same-day emergency services, and several incredible dental professionals capable of providing much-needed pain-relieving treatments.
Our six exceptional dentists are here for you if you need immediate services such as emergency root canals.
Root Canals
“Root Canal” is two words that give most dental patients goosebumps. However, this treatment is vital to providing lasting pain relief for patients with a badly infected tooth or teeth. Root canal therapy is invasive, but the benefits far outweigh any discomfort as it can save teeth from being lost to decay or damage while relieving pain.
The treatment is relatively straightforward. Beneath your tooth lies the “pulp,” consisting of nerves and blood vessels. Once your pulp becomes damaged or infected, a dentist needs to remove the infected tissue before cleaning and sealing the area.
Your dentist would begin by making an opening, usually at the top of your tooth (also known as the crown), which allows us to access the root canals and pulp chamber.
Next, they will perform a pulpectomy, which involves removing the damaged tissue from within the pulp chamber before disinfecting the area to kill any leftover harmful bacteria. Once that’s complete, they will help prevent future infections by sealing your tooth using gutta-percha.
Finally, your dentist will complete treatment by restoring your tooth using a temporary filling to seal the access hole made during treatment. That said, your tooth may lose strength after this treatment, so we recommend placing a permanent crown over the tooth for additional support and stability.
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Signs That You Need a Root Canal
Some symptoms that may indicate you need a root canal can include:
- A persistent toothache
- A tooth sensitive to hot and cold
- Red and swollen gums
- Gum pimples
- A cracked or chipped tooth.
- A dark or discoloured tooth
- Swollen lymph nodes
- Facial swelling
- Fever
These symptoms represent an immediate danger to your oral health, not to mention a harbinger of worse pain and discomfort to come. If you experience any of these symptoms, you must see a dentist immediately.
Root Canal Pain Relief Surrey, British Columbia
If you believe you need a root canal, don’t wait. Please call Surrey Place Dental Group at (604) 969-4212 to schedule a consultation with one of our dentists today. Pain relief and better oral health are just a call away.
Dr. Colin Loewen, DDS
Colin Loewen, DDS, graduated from the University of Southern California School of Dentistry and has been practicing in the Lower Mainland area ever since. He offers a comprehensive range of general dentistry services, including restorative and cosmetic treatments, as well as surgical procedures like implants and bone grafting. Dr. Loewen takes pride in his ability to help patients feel comfortable and well-informed about their care. He continually seeks to enhance his expertise by staying updated on the latest techniques and research in dentistry. This commitment has allowed him to expand his practice to include specialized services such as Invisalign and Botox therapy for aesthetics and TMJ disorders. Additionally, Dr. Loewen serves as a Board Member for both the Fraser Valley Dental Society and the British Columbia Dental Association.
Dr. Greg Chang, DMD
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Greg Chang, DMD, graduated from UBC Dental School. He has practiced mostly in Surrey and enjoys family dentistry. He is especially keen on sports dentistry, has been the BC Lions Football Club team dentist for over 20 years, and is a member of the Academy for Sports Dentistry. He also participates in UBC Dentistry’s Community Outreach programs that teach young children preventative oral health care and wellness. He focuses on the importance of a healthy diet and lifestyle for physical and emotional health in children.
Dr. Joy Maru, DDS
Joy Maru, DDS, completed his undergraduate degree at the University of Alberta and his dental degree at Northwestern University in Chicago. He then moved to Vancouver and is currently practicing in Surrey. Dr. Maru also teaches at the University of British Columbia and is a board member of the BC Dental Association. He has over 20 years of experience with dental implants.
Dr. Praveen Islur, DDS
Praveen Islur, DDS, earned his Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Western Ontario and his Doctorate in Dental Surgery from the New York University College of Dentistry. He then followed a General Practice Residency at the Veterans Administration Hospital in Albany, NY. He has been a part of our team for over 17 years. Dr. Islur is a member of The Renaissance Study Club, Northwest Dental Club, California Center for Advanced Dental Studies, Nobel Biocare Esthetic Alliance Program, and Comprehensive Interdisciplinary Treatment and Education in Dentistry. He is a member of the BC Dental Association and the Canadian Dental Association and has been an Invisalign Certified Provider since 2007.
Dr. Lauren Chang, DDM
Lauren Chang, DDM, received her BSc at Queen’s University and moved to Sydney, Australia, where she received her Doctor of Dental Medicine degree from the University of Sydney. Now, back in Vancouver, she’s excited to be a part of Surrey Place Dental Group.
Dr. Muhammad Ali, DDS
Muhammad Ali, DDS, obtained his Bachelor of Health Sciences from McMaster University in Hamilton and completed his dental education at the University of Toronto. He then followed a general residency at the Jacobi Medical Center in New York City, where he treated medically complex and underserved patients. He relocated to Vancouver and has been providing our community with the highest quality, well-informed, and comfortable dental treatments.
