{"id":120,"date":"2020-03-11T20:16:34","date_gmt":"2020-03-11T20:16:34","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.drtetelman.com\/blog\/?p=120"},"modified":"2020-04-06T20:16:57","modified_gmt":"2020-04-06T20:16:57","slug":"heres-what-you-should-know-before-getting-a-root-canal","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.drtetelman.com\/blog\/2020\/03\/11\/heres-what-you-should-know-before-getting-a-root-canal\/","title":{"rendered":"Here\u2019s What You Should Know Before Getting a Root Canal"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"alignleft\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" src=\"https:\/\/www.drtetelman.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/AdobeStock_99236205__1583939062_24267-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"X-ray of patient in need of a root canal in Lenox Hill\" class=\"wp-image-121\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.drtetelman.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/AdobeStock_99236205__1583939062_24267-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.drtetelman.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/AdobeStock_99236205__1583939062_24267-768x513.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.drtetelman.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/AdobeStock_99236205__1583939062_24267.jpg 800w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Have you recently been told that you\u2019re in need of a root\ncanal? Unfortunately, this common dental procedure is surrounded by so much\nmisinformation that you may feel unnecessarily nervous about your treatment. Knowing\nwhat to expect can put your mind at ease and help you feel more confident about\nsaving your smile. Here\u2019s what you need to know before getting a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.drtetelman.com\/root-canal-therapy.html\">root canal in Lenox\nHill.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How Long Can I Wait to Get a Root Canal?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>You should never put off getting a root canal. The longer\nyou wait to treat your tooth, the more dangerous the infection inside it will\nbecome. Eventually, it could spread to your other teeth or throughout the rest\nof your body. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Should I Get a Second Opinion?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Even if you\u2019re a little apprehensive about getting a root\ncanal, you should feel confident about any treatment before going through with\nit. If you\u2019re feeling nervous or unsure, you can always get a second opinion\nfrom a trusted dentist. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How Many Appointments Do Root Canals Take?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>How long your root canal will take depends on how much work\nneeds to be done. Typically, most root canals are performed in one or two long\nappointments.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Are Root Canals Painful?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Thanks to modern anesthetics, most patients report that root\ncanals are no more uncomfortable than a routine filling. Your mouth will be completely\nnumb during your treatment, so you won\u2019t feel a thing. You may experience some\nsoreness afterwards, but it will be considerably less uncomfortable than the\ntoothache that warranted the root canal in the first place. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Should I Have My Tooth Pulled Instead?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Root canals are designed to preserve as much of your natural\ntooth as possible. Not only is this healthier for your mouth, but it protects\nyou from the complications and expenses of a missing tooth. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How Do I Prevent Further Decay Afterwards?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>In almost all cases, a dental crown is placed over the newly\ncleaned tooth to strengthen it and protect it against further decay. To help it,\nyou should practice good oral hygiene at home by brushing for two minutes twice\na day and regularly using floss and mouthwash. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you have an infected tooth, there\u2019s no reason to postpone\nyour treatment. Now that you know what to expect, you can feel more confident\nin your decision to save your tooth with a root canal. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">About the Author<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Dr. Dorian Tetelman has been helping people achieve and maintain\nhappy, healthy smiles since 1995. He uses the latest technology and techniques\nto ensure that every appointment is as comfortable, efficient, and effective as\npossible, whether you need a simple cleaning or a root canal. If you have more\nquestions about root canals or want a second opinion, feel free to reach him at\nhis <a href=\"https:\/\/www.drtetelman.com\/contact-us.html\">website<\/a> or <strong>(212)\n319-0090. <\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Have you recently been told that you\u2019re in need of a root canal? Unfortunately, this common dental procedure is surrounded by so much misinformation that you may feel unnecessarily nervous about your treatment. Knowing what to expect can put your mind at ease and help you feel more confident about saving your smile. 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