{"id":103,"date":"2019-01-28T22:00:47","date_gmt":"2019-01-28T22:00:47","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.drljadam.com\/blog\/?p=103"},"modified":"2019-01-28T22:00:48","modified_gmt":"2019-01-28T22:00:48","slug":"why-root-canals-in-worthington-are-so-important-for-your-health","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.drljadam.com\/blog\/2019\/01\/why-root-canals-in-worthington-are-so-important-for-your-health\/","title":{"rendered":"Why Root Canals in Worthington are so Important for Your Health"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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Root canals in\nWorthington<\/a> are an effective and often essential treatment for dead and\ndying teeth. Some people think that their problem is over once the nerves in a\ndistressed tooth die. In reality the threat to their health is only beginning.\nThe bacteria that caused the damage can spread throughout the mouth, requiring aggressive\ntreatment to correct. <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

What Causes Nerve Death in Teeth?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

If you could look at a\ncross-section of a typical tooth, you would see that the exterior is covered in\na strong, white material called enamel. The inside of the tooth is filled with\na soft, semi-liquid material called dental pulp. The pulp is filled with nerves\nand blood vessels. Its job is to keep the entire tooth strong and healthy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Unfortunately, your teeth\nhave a natural enemy in the form of decay-causing bacteria. These malicious\nmicroorganisms live in your mouth, scavenging nutrition from food particles.\nThey especially enjoy sugar, which is why dentists recommend that you limit\nconsumption of sugary snacks and desserts. By ignoring their advice you set\nyourself up for toothaches and infection.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Harmful bacteria secrete acid\nas they digest food. This corrosive liquid erodes teeth enamel, creating\ncavities. When this happens, the bacteria launch an all-out attack on the pulp\nwithin.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Your body has a defense\nsystem against these intruders, of course. But it can only fend them off for so\nlong. Eventually the germs get the upper hand and begin to feast on the inside\nof the tooth. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

In the process they cause\ninflammation, which presses against the nerves surrounding the tooth. When this\nhappens, a toothache is usually the result.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Eventually the bacteria will\ndestroy the blood vessels and nerves that keep the tooth alive. But they won\u2019t stop\nthere. They will move on to the bones beneath your gum line. As for the tooth\nitself, it becomes brittle and easy to damage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

When a tooth infection gets\nthis far, fixing the problem requires either an extraction or root canal from\nan emergency dentist in Worthington. Most dentists avoid extractions whenever\npossible, as even a single missing tooth can weaken the remaining teeth. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

As with most health problems,\nthe best treatment for tooth infection is prevention. Unfortunately, dental\nmedicine knows of no way to rid your mouth of dangerous bacteria completely.\nHowever, you can help to control the problem by brushing 2-3 times a day,\nflossing daily, eating a tooth-friendly diet, and seeing your dentist twice a\nyear for exams and cleanings.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Certain non-food substances\ncan also promote tooth decay. Tobacco is the most common example. Cigarettes,\ncigars, smoking pipes, snuff, and even vaping products can all have devastating\neffects, both for your oral health and your entire body. Alcohol and illicit\ndrugs carry similar risks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Your dental health is too\nimportant to ignore. Use the information in this post to safeguard your teeth\nand gums from infection. The effort you put forth will pay for itself many\ntimes over in the years to come.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

About the Author<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Dr. LJ Adam has been providing\ntop-notch dental services to our community for almost 15 years. Dr. Adam is\nhighly skilled in preventative and restorative dentistry. This makes him an excellent\nresource for patients in need of crowns, bridges, root canals, or simply a\nsecond opinion. You can reach his office online<\/a> or by calling (724)\n297-3446.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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