Our Endodontist Serving, , and Santa Monica Describes Dental Symptoms
When to Contact an Endodontist for a Referral or Appointment
Many dental problems that require root canal treatment or endodontic care may begin with subtle symptoms that can only be detected through a professional examination and digital X-rays. However, more advanced dental infections or tooth damage often produce noticeable symptoms that should not be ignored.
If you are experiencing any of the following symptoms, contact your dentist for a referral or schedule an appointment directly with Santa Monica Endodontics:
- Tooth pain triggered by hot, cold, or chewing
- Persistent or spontaneous tooth pain
- Increased tooth pain while lying down or during the night
- Swelling of the gums, mouth, face, or jaw
- Drainage, bleeding, or infection around the gums
- Cracked, broken, or severely decayed teeth
- A bad taste in the mouth, even after brushing
- Loose teeth or pressure discomfort
- Facial pain or jaw discomfort
- Sensitivity to temperature changes
Symptoms of Dental Trauma or Injury
Dental injuries may also require immediate evaluation by an endodontist. Symptoms associated with dental trauma may include:
- Chipped or fractured teeth
- Bleeding from a tooth or gums
- Tooth sensitivity to hot or cold temperatures
- Swelling after dental injury
- Teeth not aligning properly when biting down
- Pain while chewing or speaking
- Loss of one or more teeth
- Facial pain or swelling following trauma
At Santa Monica Endodontics, provides advanced root canal therapy, emergency endodontic treatment, cracked tooth evaluation, and treatment for dental infections and traumatic dental injuries. Our office proudly serves patients throughout Santa Monica,, , ,Santa Monica, Nassau County, and Long Island.
If you are experiencing severe tooth pain, swelling, or a dental emergency, please contact Santa Monica Endodontics at 516-441-5060 to schedule an evaluation.
