Toothache

We’ve all been there; you have a tooth ache and need to see a dentist. A medical history and physical exam is needed in order to diagnose a toothache. A Baytown Texas dentist such as Dr. Ivi Sanguinetti, DDS, PA can perform various tests in order to determine the cause of the pain.

Treating a Toothache

A Panorex x-ray offers a 3-D look at all angles of the mouth to determine the cause of the pain. Tooth pain and jaw pain can be caused by tooth decay and/or infection, damaged fillings, infected gums or from a chipped or broken tooth. Some triggers of pain may be from cold or hot, sweets, putting other pressure on the tooth or biting down in general.

In severe cases, a tooth extraction may be required. For some teeth, a root canal will be needed sometimes in conjunction with a dental crown. If there is swelling present in the jaw, a dentist will prescribe an antibiotic. A professional dentist can determine what dental procedure is required in order to restore the health of the tooth.

After having tooth pain treated with a professional dentist, good dental hygiene is important. A regular brushing and flossing routine is imperative for one’s overall health. Also routine and follow-up appointments can help relieve dental pain faster.

To schedule an appointment with a Baytown Texas dentist today, call 281-421-5950. Dr. Ivi Sanguinetti, DDS, PA cannot wait to help you restore your dental health.
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Root Canals

When our patients experience pain and extreme sensitivity to hot and cold food or beverages, it is often the result of an infection in the nerves of the tooth. Dr. Ivi Sanguinetti does endodontics, which deals with the nerves of the teeth.  For this type of infection, a root canal, which removes the infection from deep in the root and nerves of the tooth, is typically performed. It sounds intimidating, yet it is a simple and virtually painless process. A root canal is generally done in an hour or less right here in our Baytown, TX practice.

Infections of the tooth or nerves that left untreated can lead to more serious complications, such as an abscess or impacted tooth. A root canal helps clear the infection to prevent it from spreading and avoids these more serious complications. We will numb the area with a local anesthetic, then use a drill to create an opening. We remove the infected tissue from the tooth’s canal and clean it out thoroughly. Then, it is filled with a material called gutta percha, which is a temporarily filling material.

The tooth may be a little sensitive after the procedure, but this will go away in a few days. After about two weeks, our patient returns to our office for a crown placed by Dr. Sanguinetti. This protects the tooth from breaking or cracking after having the root canal performed. Call us today at (281) 421-5950 to find out more about the "not so scary" root canal procedure.