Root Canal Therapy in San Jose, CA

When searching for root canal treatment in San Jose, CA, look no further than AT Dental Care San Jose. If you have a severe toothache, this is a sign that you may have an infected tooth. Root canal therapy done by professionals is the best way to save an infected tooth and get out of pain. During treatment, Dr. Tuan will remove the source of the infection, fill and repair your tooth, and prevent further complications. If you think you may need a root canal specialist in San Jose, Evergreen, or Silver Creek, schedule your appointment with Dr. Tuan!

signs of infected teeth

When is a Root Canal necessary?

A root canal is required when the pulp inside your tooth has become infected. This usually happens when the hard exterior layers of enamel and dentin are damaged by extensive decay or an oral injury.
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The pulp is full of blood vessels and nerves, which keep your tooth alive. Suppose the inner material of your tooth becomes infected, and you don’t get treatment. In that case, your tooth will eventually die, requiring extraction and replacement with a bridge, partial denture, or dental implant.
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Suppose you notice oral issues like a severe and prolonged toothache that lasts more than 2-3 days, discoloration of your tooth and the surrounding gums, or sensitivity to pressure, heat, and cold. In that case, these symptoms could indicate that your tooth is infected. Schedule an appointment with Dr. Tuan immediately to help treat your root canal in San Jose, CA.

What to Expect from the Root Canal Treatment Process

The process of root canal therapy is comparable to having a cavity filled. Dr. Tuan will begin by numbing the area and isolating your tooth with a dental dam. We also offer sedation for root canal therapy at our San Jose office if you feel it will make you more comfortable.
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Next, Dr. Tuan will remove damaged and decayed enamel from the tooth and create a small opening, exposing the tooth’s interior. The infected pulp will be extracted from the inside of your tooth using special tools. Then, it will be cleaned and flushed with disinfectant to destroy any remaining bacteria.
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Your tooth will then be filled with a rubber-like material that replaces your pulp and supports the tooth structure. Finally, the entire tooth is covered with a dental filling or a crown.

aftercare & healing

Recovering from Root Canal therapy

Once you visit us for the procedure, our root canal specialist in San Jose will educate you about its aftercare and healing period. To help you feel more relaxed, the procedure doesn’t require much special aftercare. You will likely experience some discomfort and sensitivity near the area for 2-3 days after your treatment. Topical oral analgesics like Orajel and over-the-counter medications like aspirin and ibuprofen can help with this discomfort.

Avoid chewing hard foods with your treated tooth and opt for mostly soft foods for a few days after treatment. You can continue brushing and flossing normally, but be gentle near the treatment area. After a few days of your root canal treatment in San Jose, your mouth will feel completely normal. If you are still experiencing pain a week after your treatment, schedule a follow-up appointment with Dr. Tuan right away.

our sedation options

Stay comfortable during your Root Canal

Our specialists will help you stay comfortable during your San Jose, CA root canal therapy. We offer nitrous oxide (laughing gas) sedation and pill-based oral conscious sedation for our patients. Your comfort is our top priority. If you want to be sedated during your root canal treatment and are interested in learning more about our options, just contact AT Dental Care San Jose to schedule your appointment with Dr. Tuan.