{"id":134,"date":"2020-02-07T21:34:13","date_gmt":"2020-02-07T21:34:13","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.drljadam.com\/blog\/?p=134"},"modified":"2020-03-12T21:34:29","modified_gmt":"2020-03-12T21:34:29","slug":"what-happens-if-you-keep-putting-off-root-canal-therapy","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.drljadam.com\/blog\/2020\/02\/what-happens-if-you-keep-putting-off-root-canal-therapy\/","title":{"rendered":"What Happens if You Keep Putting Off Root Canal Therapy?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"alignleft size-medium\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" src=\"https:\/\/www.drljadam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/AdobeStock_315869452__1583529032_13760-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"Concerned woman holding her hand over her mouth\" class=\"wp-image-135\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.drljadam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/AdobeStock_315869452__1583529032_13760-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.drljadam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/AdobeStock_315869452__1583529032_13760-768x513.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.drljadam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/AdobeStock_315869452__1583529032_13760.jpg 800w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Root canals unfairly have one of the worst reputations in\ndentistry. In fact, some people are so concerned about the rumors surrounding\nthis common procedure that they avoid it even if it\u2019s recommended by their trusted\ndentist. If your tooth isn\u2019t bothering you yet, do you really need to get one\nright away? Your Worthington emergency dentist explains why root canal therapy\nis so important and what happens if you decide to put it off.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What Happens if You Put Off Root Canal Therapy?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Teeth that are damaged or infected can\u2019t heal themselves\nlike other parts of your body can. That means that an untreated broken or\ninfected tooth will only get worse over time. For a damaged tooth, root canals\nare recommended if the fracture line is very deep and close to the tooth\u2019s\npulp, which houses its nerves and blood vessels. If these inner layers are\nexposed to the outside elements, they become extremely sensitive and vulnerable\nto bacterial infection.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Root canal therapy is most often used to treat infected\nteeth. Even if it isn\u2019t causing you any pain, it needs to be treated right away.\nJust like any other infection, it will spread and become more destructive if\nleft alone. As the infection spreads and begins to attack the surrounding\nteeth, it will eventually reach the jawbone, which can also become infected. The\nbacteria will then start to destroy the connective tissues that hold your teeth\nin place, causing them to fall out. If you wait too long to treat your tooth,\nroot canal therapy may not be able to save it from extraction. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Don\u2019t Be Afraid of Root Canal Therapy <\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">With the help of modern advancements in dentistry, root\ncanal therapy is a lot different than it used to be. State-of-the-art technology\nand techniques allow your dentist to remove the infected or damaged tissues, sanitize\nthe inside of your tooth, then restore it with a special material called gutta-percha\nand a dental crown. Meanwhile, using anesthetics or sedation options, your\ndentist can ensure that you are as comfortable as possible throughout the entire\nprocess. In fact, most patients are surprised to find that the whole experience\nwas no worse than getting a regular filling. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Once your tooth is healthy and fully restored, it should\nlast you a lifetime with proper oral hygiene. When performed by a qualified\nWorthington dentist, root canal therapy has a success rate of over 95%. Remember,\ngetting this procedure is much easier than dealing with the consequences of a\nbroken or infected tooth. With this effective and efficient tooth-saving\ntechnique, you\u2019ll be enjoying your happy, healthy smile again in no time! <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">About the Author<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>Dr. LJ Adam has been helping the smiles of Worthington,\nPA and the surrounding communities stay bright and healthy for over 15 years. Whether\nyou need a routine cleaning or root canal therapy, he takes the time to create\na customized dental plan to meet your unique goals. If you\u2019ve been avoiding\nroot canal therapy or are suffering from a painful tooth, feel free to contact him\nvia his <a href=\"https:\/\/www.drljadam.com\/contact.html\">website<\/a> or (<strong>724)\n297-3446 <\/strong>to get the comfortable, effective treatment you deserve. <\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Root canals unfairly have one of the worst reputations in dentistry. In fact, some people are so concerned about the rumors surrounding this common procedure that they avoid it even if it\u2019s recommended by their trusted dentist. If your tooth isn\u2019t bothering you yet, do you really need to get one right away? 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