{"id":151,"date":"2022-09-08T11:14:00","date_gmt":"2022-09-08T11:14:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.ornelasfamilydentistry.com\/blog\/?p=151"},"modified":"2022-10-13T11:16:28","modified_gmt":"2022-10-13T11:16:28","slug":"root-canal-in-crown-point-does-it-hurt","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.ornelasfamilydentistry.com\/blog\/2022\/09\/08\/root-canal-in-crown-point-does-it-hurt\/","title":{"rendered":"Should I Be Feeling Discomfort After a Root Canal?"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Many patients hesitate to undergo a root canal<\/a> because they\u2019re worried the procedure will be painful. Thanks to advancements in dental technology and modern anesthetics, this treatment is no more uncomfortable than getting a large filling! While you might experience slight soreness for several days after your appointment, you\u2019re probably wondering how much would be normal. Read on to learn about root canal therapy, what to expect from your recovery, and when you should visit your dentist for help.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

How Does a Root Canal Work?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Before beginning any dental work, your dentist will ensure your mouth is completely numb by administering a local anesthetic. Once they know you\u2019re as comfortable as possible, they\u2019ll make a tiny hole in your enamel that\u2019ll allow them to remove all the damaged and infected tissues from within your tooth. After they\u2019ve cleaned and sanitized it to get rid of any harmful bacteria, they will fill the site with a biocompatible material to restore your smile.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

What Is the Recovery from Root Canal Therapy Like?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Here are three main components you can expect from your root canal recovery:<\/p>\n\n\n\n