{"id":46,"date":"2016-11-20T21:27:35","date_gmt":"2016-11-20T21:27:35","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/blog.familydentalpractice.net\/?p=46"},"modified":"2016-11-20T21:27:35","modified_gmt":"2016-11-20T21:27:35","slug":"46","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.familydentalpractice.net\/blog\/2016\/11\/46\/","title":{"rendered":"Root Canal Therapy"},"content":{"rendered":"\"\"<\/a>Your doctor at Family Dental Practice of Bloomfield performs comfortable endodontic treatment, also known as the root canal, from our state-of-the-art office. What is root canal therapy? Why is it necessary? And what can you expect from the procedure? Let\u2019s take a closer look at these and other questions.\n

When Root Canal Is Necessary<\/h3>\nTooth decay begins on the surface of your tooth. When caught early with frequent preventive care, a small filling restores the cavity and stops the spread of decay. But when ignored, the infection will continue until it affects the interior of the tooth, or its pulp. Decay that reaches this depth causes discomfort, swelling, and can cause the tooth to abscess. A root canal is necessary to save the tooth from extraction.\n\nDental damage or injury can also cause a tooth to require root canal therapy. The inside of a cracked or broken tooth is more vulnerable to bacteria and infection.\n\nSome signs you may need a root canal include\u2026\n