{"id":124,"date":"2020-04-16T20:53:35","date_gmt":"2020-04-16T20:53:35","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.drtetelman.com\/blog\/?p=124"},"modified":"2020-04-24T20:53:51","modified_gmt":"2020-04-24T20:53:51","slug":"can-i-put-off-getting-root-canal-therapy","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.drtetelman.com\/blog\/2020\/04\/16\/can-i-put-off-getting-root-canal-therapy\/","title":{"rendered":"Can I Put Off Getting Root Canal Therapy?"},"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_66414785__1587761423_14497-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"Woman covering her mouth is concerned about a root canal in Lenox Hill\" class=\"wp-image-125\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.drtetelman.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/AdobeStock_66414785__1587761423_14497-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.drtetelman.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/AdobeStock_66414785__1587761423_14497-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.drtetelman.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/AdobeStock_66414785__1587761423_14497.jpg 800w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Do the words \u201croot canal\u201d send a shiver up your spine? Many\npeople are so afraid of the misinformation, bad reputation, and false rumors surrounding\nthis procedure they put it off even if it\u2019s recommended by their trusted\ndentist. However, while avoiding this treatment may save you temporary\ndiscomfort now, it could cost you much more <a href=\"https:\/\/www.drtetelman.com\/emergency-dentistry.html\">pain and damage to\nyour smile later on<\/a>. Read on to find out why you should get that root canal\nin Lenox Hill right away, and what might happen if you don\u2019t.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why Do I Need a Root Canal?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Your teeth are encased in a hard shell of enamel that\nprotects the sensitive tooth pulp and nerve underneath. If the enamel is broken\nand these layers are exposed, they may be attacked and infected by bacteria. If\nthis happens, a root canal is needed to clean out all the decaying and painful\ntissues within your tooth. This removes all traces of the infection while\npreserving as much of your natural tooth structure as possible. Then, the empty\nspace is filled with a warm, rubbery substance, a dental crown is placed on top\nof it, and the tooth is as good as new!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What Happens if I Don\u2019t Get a Root Canal? <\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Not only is an infected tooth in need of a root canal very\nuncomfortable, but it will only get worse over time. That\u2019s because unlike\nother parts of your body, your tooth is unable to fight off the bacteria and\nheal itself. As the infection grows, it can spread to other teeth. It can even\nmake its way to your jawbone, where it can cause permanent damage and destroy\nthe connective tissues that hold your pearly whites in place!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why Shouldn\u2019t I Be Afraid of Root Canals?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Root canals have one of the worst reputations in dentistry.\nHowever, they\u2019ve come a long way with the help of modern techniques and state-of-the-art\ntechnology. Thanks to advancements in sedation dentistry and anesthetics, your highly\ntrained dentist will make sure you\u2019re as comfortable as possible throughout the\nentire procedure. It\u2019s very unlikely that you\u2019ll feel anything at all.\nAfterwards you may experience some slight soreness, but you can manage any discomfort\nwith over-the-counter pain relievers before it goes away within a few days. In\nthe end, most patients would be happy to tell you that getting a root canal is\nnowhere near as painful as needing one and avoiding it!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>So if you need a root canal, there\u2019s no need to put it off\nand endanger your oral health. This pain-relieving procedure will help you enjoy\nyour happy, healthy smile again in no time!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">About the Author<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Dr. Dorian Tetelman of New York, New York is dedicated to\nhelping you achieve a smile that improves the quality of your life and overall health.\nHe\u2019s been practicing excellent dentistry since 1995 and has extensive experience\nin full mouth reconstruction and various complex dental treatments. &nbsp;If you\u2019re suffering from a severe toothache, you\nmay urgently need a root canal, so call us right away for an emergency\nappointment. If you have more questions or concerns about root canals, he can be\nreached via his <a href=\"https:\/\/www.drtetelman.com\/contact-us.html\">website<\/a>\nor at <strong>(212) 319-0090.<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Do the words \u201croot canal\u201d send a shiver up your spine? Many people are so afraid of the misinformation, bad reputation, and false rumors surrounding this procedure they put it off even if it\u2019s recommended by their trusted dentist. 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