Questions for Your Fontana Dentist
Making decisions about the right health care providers for your family often involves a lot of questions. We welcome your questions because we know that informed patients make better choices about their care.
We've collected a few questions we hear at our office and invite you to look through them to see if your questions are answered here. If not – or if you'd like more information – don't hesitate to call our Fontana, CA dental office.
Root Canal Therapy
Root canal therapy in Fontana, CA, is a way to save your tooth by eradicating infection from the canal. Without root canal therapy, you will lose the tooth and are at risk of infection spread, which can compromise your teeth.
A root canal is a gentle treatment that relieves pain and swelling.
The first step is a consultation with the dentist. If you have a root infection, we numb the treatment area and extract the infection from your tooth. We then flush the canal and close the tooth temporarily. We typically crown the tooth at a future appointment to restore proper strength and function.
How to Lower Your Risks for Tooth Infection
To lower your risk of tooth root infections, visit your Fontana dentist every six months for professional teeth cleanings and comprehensive dental exams. It’s also crucial to brush and floss your teeth daily, preferably after every meal or no less than twice daily.
We also urge you to report oral health changes to our dental team, especially tooth sensitivity, swelling, or sores that don’t heal.
Contact Your Emergency Dentist in Fontana, CA
Root infections typically mean toothache and swelling. If you have these symptoms or other unusual changes to your oral health, it’s essential to contact the dentist. To schedule an exam or consultation, give us a call today.