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Why You Should Look Forward to It If You Need a Root Canal


Posted on 11/30/2018 by Alyce
Why You Should Look Forward to It If You Need a Root CanalIf you have been neglecting that painful tooth, you could be setting yourself up for more severe dental problems. It's never a good idea to ignore tooth pain because it can develop into something that takes longer to treat and costs more money in the end.

A root canal is often seen as a painful procedure to avoid at all costs and many people who have this misconception put it off for longer than they should. The first thing to point out is that if we treat you as soon as you feel pain, the procedure is generally shorter and painless. Secondly, root canals are not as bad as people make them out to be.

What is a Root Canal?


A root canal is a dental procedure where our dentist cleans out an infection in the inner layers of your teeth. This is one of the most common techniques, and we consider it as routine as filling a cavity. Our dentist drills a tiny hole to reach the root of the affected tooth. We then clean and drain the infection using a special solution and seal the hole with a tooth-colored resin material. When done correctly, a root canal will protect your tooth for many years.

Getting a Root Canal is Good for You


When you've had tooth pain for a long time, you know it's time to call our office so we can take care of you. If you think you may need a root canal, you may be afraid of the procedure, but we are here to reassure you. You will feel no pain during the root canal because we will numb you with a local anesthetic. You may feel some pressure, but that is all.

Once the effects of the anesthetic subside, you may feel some discomfort, but those will be nothing compared to the pain you had before and should diminish rather quickly in the following days.
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Dr. Kindt - Dentist in Mesa, AZ


Dr. Kindt has over 25 years expertise in all facets of dentistry, including fillings, root canal therapy, extractions, soft tissue management for periodontal disease, and dental implants. He excels in cosmetic dental procedures, including cosmetic bonding, veneers, all porcelain crowns, and whitening.
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"The first thought that comes to mind for this dental office is "kindness". Perhaps the Kind in Dr. Kindt's name was meant to be! Dr. Kindt and his staff offer the very best in dental care. I recently had extensive cosmetic dental work done and am delighted with the results. The great thing is that people notice my lovely teeth and I get lots of compliments when I smile. I consider Dr. Tim an artist when it comes to dental work. In addition to beautiful work the next best thing is that during hours of extensive work I experienced NO discomfort or pain. The final results combined with the utmost care for my comfort make it easy for me to give this dental office a five star rating." ~ Elaine S.

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