After finding answer to: "What dentists are near me in Ladera Ranch?" dental care following root canal therapy explored

Just like your natural tooth, a root canal-treated tooth can last as long as you do with proper care. There are no special instructions after the permanent crown is placed; however, there are some considerations in the days following treatment.

If an infection has spread and it must be cleared prior to cementing the crown, the tooth is usually protected with a temporary crown. Otherwise, Basti Dental Care has the technology onsite to design and make crowns and other restorations while you wait. This can avoid any concerns about the more fragile temporary crown breaking or falling out of your mouth during meals.

While today's treatments are similar to a simple filling, it is common in the days following root canal therapy for you to experience some tenderness and sensitivity. Usually pain or pressure is fleeting and can be resolved with medications. If there is a period while you are in-between a temporary and final restoration, caution should be exercised when chewing or biting down on the treated area.

Otherwise, after the permanent crown is placed you should just get back to enjoying the appearance and function of a tooth free of pain, swelling, discoloration, and the other symptoms of severe decay and infection that necessitated root canal treatment in the first place.

A caveat: Patients may assume a root canal-treated tooth isn't susceptible to decay. This is a myth.

Consider while there may be little to no natural tooth structure above the gum line, the crown is still connected to the natural tooth underneath. This means the corrosive mix of bacteria and sugars in foods and drink can be harbored underneath and around the edges of your crown. This process promotes decay. You can find yourself needing to remove decay and get another crown as a replacement.

The problem is, if there is already very little tooth structure left it can be hard to replace the crown. The best bet is to practice diligence in oral hygiene. Be sure to remove food debris by brushing and flossing, paying special attention to the areas around the crown.

It's important to visit Drs. Alex and Nina Basti as recommended following root canal treatment and on an ongoing basis, so any dental care adjustments may be recommended. Professional cleanings at Basti Dental Care remove hardened plaque or tartar that can't be addressed at home with a toothbrush and floss.