by thesmileconnect | Jun 12, 2026 | Blog
A root canal tooth needs a crown because the treatment leaves it hollow and brittle. Clearing out the infected pulp also removes the blood supply that kept the tooth flexible. What’s left is a dry shell. It looks fine, but it cracks under a hard bite. A crown...
by thesmileconnect | Jun 1, 2026 | Blog
Most root canal treatments in Kandivali take one to two sittings. A simple front tooth with mild infection can often be finished in a single visit. A molar with several canals usually needs two. A tooth with a large abscess may need a third sitting once the infection...
by thesmileconnect | Jun 1, 2026 | Blog
A root canal rarely announces itself politely. It usually starts as a toothache that just won’t quit, nagging whether you’re eating or not. Then hot and cold begin to sting, and the ache hangs around long after you’ve finished your tea. Some people...
by thesmileconnect | May 22, 2026 | Blog
Some cheek swelling after a root canal is completely normal and usually settles down on its own within 2 to 3 days. It happens because the tissues around the treated tooth are healing, and your body sends extra fluid to the area as part of that process. However,...
by thesmileconnect | May 4, 2026 | Blog
Early signs you may need a dental crown include a visible tooth crack. You may also have pain when chewing. Another sign is a large filling that is wearing out. Deep decay that reaches the pulp can also mean you need a crown. A recent root canal can leave the tooth...