Why Needing a Root Canal is Good News

Nobody wants to hear they need a root canal, but that doesn’t mean needing one is bad news. In fact, there are many reasons why getting a root canal is actually very good news! Here are a few important benefits to this treatment that prove that root canals are definitely something you can feel great about!

They Save Your Teeth

Probably the best thing about a root canal is that if you qualify for treatment, it is likely to mean your infected tooth can be saved. Thus, you won’t need a painful extraction or to worry about replacing a missing tooth. Furthermore, because your dentist will be clearing away the infected tooth pulp, the treatment will protect your other teeth from becoming infected, too!

They Ease Your Pain

Tooth infections can be extremely painful, but root canals can help alleviate that pain by removing infected tissue and replacing it with synthetic tissue that supports the tooth and prevents the infection from recurring. After a brief healing period, your tooth will look and feel just like it did before the infection, and you’ll be able to use it as you did before, too.

They Maintain Your Alignment

Finally, while prosthetic teeth are durable, reliable, and natural looking solutions to lost permanent teeth, there is simply no comparison to having your real, natural teeth. By getting a root canal, you can keep your natural teeth longer. This in turn protects your remaining teeth from drifting out of alignment. It also maintains important jawbone stimulation that prevents bone deterioration and tooth loss, so your smile remains aligned and intact for years to come!

Remember, having a root canal may seem like a bad thing at first, but if you consider the many wonderful benefits of this important treatment, it’s easy to see why it’s good news for you and your oral health!

About Our Practice

At Imagine Smiles, we are 100% patient focused. From our skilled and caring dentists to our state-of-the-art facility and environmentally friendly practices, we are proud to provide high quality care to Blaine area residents just like you.

If you need a root canal procedure or any other tooth saving treatment, please don’t wait for your condition to get worse. Contact us today for an appointment by visiting our website or calling 763-269-8650.