You get your gorgeous tooth crown in less than two short weeks!
During that time, your tooth is closed with a temporary filling to promote healing and prevent reinfection.
A root canal infection causes the tooth to lose stability and become brittle, so your New Orleans dentist crowns the tooth a week or two after treatment. In rare cases, if the root infection is minor, you can get away with a tooth-colored filling instead of a crown.
About Tooth Root Infections
Tooth root infections result when bacteria penetrate your tooth, reach the pulp and nerve chamber, and cause infection.
Typically, you’ll have a severe toothache, gum swelling, and a blister near the painful tooth. A root canal infection is a dental emergency in New Orleans.
Root Infection Prevention Advice
Root canal infections occur due to the following:
- Untreated Decay — If you allow tooth decay to fester, you may lose the tooth or develop an infection.
- Tooth Injury — When injury compromises your tooth, you’re at risk for a tooth root infection.
- Poor Oral Hygiene — Brushing and flossing are essential to infection prevention.
- Lack of Dental Care — Seeing your dentist every six months significantly lowers your risks.
Seeing the dentist regularly for checkups and cleanings is vital to lowering your infection risks. It would be best to implement an excellent oral hygiene routine at home. If you play sports, wear the proper mouthguard. If you grind your teeth (bruxism), consider a nightguard.
Comfortable and Affordable Root Canal Therapy in New Orleans
If you have a root canal infection or suspect you might have one, contact our dentist's New Orleans office as soon as possible to schedule an emergency visit. We encourage you to reach out with any questions about our dental treatments and services, including root canals in New Orleans. Our team is here to ensure your oral health remains in top condition and to provide the care you need to maintain a healthy smile.
We offer in-house financing and accept CareCredit to help make your dentistry more affordable. We also encourage you to ask about our exclusive membership plan.