What You Need to Know About Root Canals and Dental Crowns

Root Canal

It is a treatment in which a badly infected soft centre of the tooth, that is the pulp is removed to protect the teeth. A filling is then placed to seal the space and cut down any chances of further infection. It is one of the most common procedures performed to protect the teeth.

Pulp is made of nerves, connective tissue, and blood vessels. Sometimes it gets injured or infected due to microorganisms in the mouth or even gets inflamed. So to protect the teeth from getting completely damaged, this treatment is done in a dental clinic.

Reasons you might need a Root Canal

An untreated cavity that starts decaying due to some infection.
A cracked, chipped, or mildly broken tooth.
Multiple dental procedures on one tooth
An accident that injures the pulp of your tooth.

Symptoms you need a Root Canal Therapy

Here are a few symptoms that will help you recognize that you need this Therapy:

Tooth pain: Deep pain in the tooth that spreads to the jaws, face, and multiple teeth.
Swollen Gums: In case of tooth infection, the pus gets collected leading to swelling in the gums.
Discoloration of tooth: Since the pulp gets infected the tooth does not receive proper blood supply which results in discoloration of the tooth.
Pimple on the Gum: This is another symptom you will notice that indicates that your pulp is infected. Small pimples or boils develop on the gums and at times the pus flows out from it.
Soft Tooth: Pus that gets collected in the tooth also causes the bone that holds the tooth to get softer, this results in loosening of the tooth.
Swollen Jaw: An infected pus also results in the swelling of the jaws.
Tooth Sensitivity: In case the pulp is infected, you will feel a lot of pain while eating or drinking anything cold or hot. If you have been experiencing this, you should consult an endodontist or a general dentist.

Advantages of Root Canal Treatment

Root Canal treatment has several benefits. Here are a few of them:

If this treatment is done on time, tooth extraction can be avoided.
Prevent the jawbone from getting damaged.
Get relief from the pain and other symptoms due to an infected tooth.
Timely treatment can prevent the infection from spreading to other teeth.

Dental Crowns

Crowns are caps used by dentists to protect weak, cracked, or chipped teeth from further deterioration. It has the same shape as the tooth and fits over the affected tooth like a hat. To place it properly, a little amount of enamel is scrapped and then the crown is placed on the teeth.

Need For Dental Crowns

A crown or a cap can be used to serve several purposes. Here are a few situations where crowns are used:

Provide protection to teeth that have received root canal treatment.
To provide cover to badly stained teeth.
To keep a dental bridge in place.
To provide protection to a cracked, worn down or broken tooth.
To provide a cover for dental implants.

Types of Crowns

There are different types of dental crowns. There are several factors that decide which one is the best for you including the purpose why it is being used, the condition of the tooth, oral hygiene, cost, and most importantly the location of the damaged tooth. For example, a dental crown front teeth would be different from the one used on the back or side teeth.

You and your dentist will together make the decision about which option is best for you.

Metal Crowns: They are made of metal like gold, chromium, and nickel. They are the strongest of all crowns and a good choice for teeth that are not visible.

Porcelain Fused to Metal Crowns: They have metal inside but are coated with porcelain outside, giving them a natural look. They are therefore the preferred dental crowns for front teeth.

Pressed Ceramic Crowns: Their inner core is made up of ceramic while the multiple outer layers are made of porcelain. They are good for the front as well as back teeth.

All Ceramic or Porcelain Crowns: They are one of the most popularly used crowns, especially for people allergic to metals. They are usually made of zirconium dioxide and are quite durable.

Conclusion

Crowns act as a boon in a lot of situations. They not only prevent the extraction of the damaged tooth but also render a beautiful & confident smile. If you look at the image of the dental crown before and after, you will be able to notice a huge difference in the appearance of teeth and mouth.

The expert team of Platinium Dental Care have been providing dental crowns and root canal therapy to patients with utmost care and precision. You can get in touch with them if you are facing any dental problems.

Remember to choose the experts for your oral health and impactful smile.