20/05/2026
π¦· TOOTH DECAY REACHING THE PULP β DONβT WAIT UNTIL THE PAIN GETS WORSE
Many patients only discover severe tooth decay after experiencing prolonged pain, sensitivity, or swelling.
At this stage, bacteria have often already invaded the dental pulp and damaged the tooth structure from the inside. Without early treatment, the tooth may face more serious complications.
β οΈ 5 common problems when tooth decay spreads to the pulp:
βͺοΈ Persistent tooth pain, especially at night:
The pain may be dull or severe, affecting sleep, daily activities, and eating habits.
βͺοΈ Infection spreading around the tooth root:
Once the pulp becomes infected or necrotic, bacteria can spread to the root tip area, causing inflammation, abscesses, or gum swelling.
βͺοΈ Weak and brittle teeth:
Long-term decay gradually destroys natural tooth structure, making the tooth more likely to crack, chip, or fracture while chewing.
βͺοΈ Bad breath and difficulty cleaning:
Large cavities can trap food and bacteria, increasing the risk of bad breath and surrounding gum inflammation.
βͺοΈ Risk of tooth loss if left untreated:
When infection and structural damage become too severe, saving the natural tooth becomes much more difficult and extraction may be necessary.
π¦· In this clinical case at Emis Dental, the patient received root canal treatment to remove infected tissue inside the tooth, followed by restoration with aesthetic Composite material to rebuild the tooth shape and support chewing function.
β¨ Maximum preservation of the natural tooth
β¨ Restores a natural tooth shape
β¨ Harmonious color matching with surrounding teeth
β¨ Helps reduce future complications
β¨ Personalized treatment based on each patientβs condition
π Early treatment not only helps preserve your natural tooth but can also save significant time and treatment costs later on.
π° Root canal treatment performed by licensed dentists at Emis Dental starts from only 900,000 VND/package
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