One of the major reasons for getting a root canal is infection in the tooth’s pulp. The pulp is the inner core of the tooth. It is softer than the outer layers and holds your tooth’s blood vessels, nerves, and connective tissues.

The pulp becomes endangered when bacteria enter it. They can enter in if your tooth breaks or if a cavity reaches the pulp, basically if the pulp ever gets exposed to infection.

As the bacteria kill the pulp, they can also cause an abscess. An abscess is a buildup of pus near the teeth roots. Abscesses can lead to further infection in the gums, teeth, and jawbone. They can lose you that tooth or even cause bone loss in the jaw.

A root canal treatment is used to remove these damaged areas in the pulp. The remainder is filled in to defend against further infection. This saves the rest of your tooth and avoids having to remove it totally.

Beforehand, teeth with dead or dying pulp had to be pulled out. With root canals, you do not have to do this. You can only have the dead parts taken out and keep what you have.

We hope this has helped you understand how root canals can help and be beneficial to you, though we recommend you hold to good oral hygiene so you have a better chance of keeping all your teeth in good shape.

If you ever have need of assistance to care for your teeth, come see Dr. Khashayar Khomejany, our dentists. You can locate them at Plaza Dental Care in Vallejo, California. You can set things up with us by calling 707-642-1360.

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With early diagnosis, Dr. Khashayar Khomejany may recommend a composite or amalgam dental filling in Vallejo, California.

Amalgam dental fillings, which are also called silver fillings, are made from biologically safe metals. They are dark in color, so they are most often called for to repair a cavity that won’t appear in your smile. This blend of special dental grade metals has the durability to handle the daily functions of chewing and grinding.

A composite resin dental filling is made from a dental-grade resin that can be shaded to match tooth enamel. This makes it a good choice for repairing a cavity that is visible when you smile. Composite fillings are indistinguishable in your smile. Once our dentist has shaded the composite material, they will apply it in layers, curing each layer as it is placed.

If you’ve noticed a cavity on a tooth in your smile, you should call 707-642-1360 to have it treated by our dentist at Plaza Dental Care.

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– Sticky Candy: Exercise care when consuming sticky candies such as taffy, caramels, or gummies, as they can easily stick to your teeth and gums. They can also be difficult to remove, which can rapidly increase tooth decay.
– Popcorn Balls: Popcorn balls can be dangerous if they are too hard, so be careful when biting into them. It is also recommended to floss regularly after consumption, as bits of popcorn can easily be lodged between the teeth.
– Hard Candy: Hard candy should be avoided. They can break or chip teeth, and residue often ends up stuck to your teeth longer, which can rapidly increase tooth decay.
– Sour Candy: Due to their high acidic content, sour candies are some of the most dangerous treats to your precious teeth. Due to its acidic nature (nearly the same as battery acid), there is a high risk of cavities and enamel loss.

For an alternative, chocolate washes off easier than most other candies, so don’t be afraid to switch out a few of the above with some chocolate. Also, sugarless gum is a great way to clean your sparkly whites after some sugary snacks. As always, be sure to brush and floss.

Plaza Dental Care wishes you all a safe and happy Halloween!
If you would like to book an appointment, please call us at 707-642-1360, or stop by our office in Vallejo, California. We look forward to hearing from you soon!

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