{"id":215,"date":"2022-12-15T16:06:02","date_gmt":"2022-12-15T16:06:02","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.dailysmilesdental.com\/blog\/?p=215"},"modified":"2025-08-01T16:35:43","modified_gmt":"2025-08-01T16:35:43","slug":"are-root-canals-painful","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.dailysmilesdental.com\/blog\/2022\/12\/15\/are-root-canals-painful\/","title":{"rendered":"The Truth About Root Canals: Are They Painful?"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignleft size-medium\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dailysmilesdental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/AdobeStock_216957275__1671638676_40090-1-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"a person holding their mouth because they have a toothache\" class=\"wp-image-217\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.dailysmilesdental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/AdobeStock_216957275__1671638676_40090-1-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.dailysmilesdental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/AdobeStock_216957275__1671638676_40090-1-768x513.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.dailysmilesdental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/AdobeStock_216957275__1671638676_40090-1.jpg 800w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>One of the most common misconceptions about <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dailysmilesdental.com\/root-canal-therapy.html\">root canals<\/a> is that they\u2019re painful. This one rumor often acts as a barrier that keeps people from seeking the emergency dentistry they need to not only preserve their smile, but also keep the problem at-hand from progressing and causing even more damage. If you\u2019re experiencing a severe toothache or any other sign of an infection, you\u2019ll be surprised to learn the truth is about this treatment\u2014which is that it\u2019s actually not painful!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Signs You May Need a Root Canal<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Root canals are often used to treat tooth infections, which usually arise as a result of untreated decay. When bacteria make their way to the center of a tooth and affect the sensitive pulp within, it can lead to a <strong>severe toothache<\/strong>. Some other signs that you may require root canal therapy include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Pain while chewing or biting<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A pimple-like bump on the gums<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Swollen or tender gums<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Darkening of the gums<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Lingering sensitivity to hot or cold items<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A chipped or cracked tooth<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>In any of these cases, it\u2019s crucial to visit an <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dailysmilesdental.com\/emergency-dentistry.html\">emergency dentist<\/a> as soon as possible so they can diagnose the issue and come up with a treatment plan to get you out of pain and restore your oral health.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Are Root Canals Painful?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Even though most people will tell you that root canals are painful, even if they\u2019ve never had one themselves, know that this is just a rumor. In many cases, the pain that they\u2019re referring to isn\u2019t a result of the treatment, but the infection itself. Before your dentist even treats your tooth, they\u2019ll administer a local anesthesia to numb the area and ensure you can\u2019t feel a thing throughout the process. Then, once it\u2019s over, your pain caused by the infection will be cured\u2014although, you may experience some slight soreness and sensitivity as a result of the procedure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Problems That Could Emerge if You Don\u2019t Treat an Infection<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Even though it may be tempting to avoid bad news from your emergency dentist, not going in for an examination could only lead to even worse issues emerging. An untreated infection can ultimately cause the roots of your tooth to die, making the area go numb and requiring the tooth to be extracted to keep the issue from spreading to surrounding teeth. Not only could this mean more money from your savings, but it also means you won\u2019t be able to keep your natural tooth. That\u2019s why it\u2019s always better to be safe than sorry and visit your emergency dentist if you ever experience tooth pain.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Even though root canal therapy can be daunting, when you look after your smile and seek out urgent care, you can rest-assured that you\u2019re doing everything you can to keep your complete, natural grin intact.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">About the Author<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Dr. Arrechea has over 20 years of experience practicing dentistry and loves seeing her patients smile and feel confident in their oral health. She\u2019s proud to offer removable full and partial dentures as well as relining services to help her patients get the most out of their replacement teeth. To learn whether your dentures need to be adjusted, visit Daily Smiles Dental Dallas\u2019 <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dailysmilesdental.com\/contact-us.html\">website<\/a> or call 214-624-6221 today to schedule an examination.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>One of the most common misconceptions about root canals is that they\u2019re painful. This one rumor often acts as a barrier that keeps people from seeking the emergency dentistry they need to not only preserve their smile, but also keep the problem at-hand from progressing and causing even more damage. 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