Relieve Nerve Pain with Endodontic Treatment

Have you ever bitten into something hot or cold and felt a shooting pain? This unpleasant sensation is caused by nerves in your teeth. Nourhan Mekawy, DDS, at Island Smile Dental Group in Levittown, New York, is a dental professional specializing in endodontics, a branch of dentistry that treats nerve pain.

Endodontics prevents small issues from becoming serious problems. Tooth infections typically happen in the nerves in the tooth’s root. If the infected nerves aren’t removed, the infection can turn into an abscess. Abscesses are severe. They cause extreme pain, tooth loss, and can break down your jawbone. By seeking endodontic treatment early, you can prevent extensive surgery later.

Root Canal Treatment

Root canal therapy is a frequently performed endodontic treatment used when the inner tissue of a tooth becomes inflamed or infected, often because of deep decay. Tooth structure differs from person to person, but most teeth contain between one and four root canals.

Dr. Mekawy starts by numbing the area around the infected tooth and then then drills into the nerve canal to remove the infected tissue. Once clean, she fills the space with a sealant and then places a crown over the tooth to protect the tooth and restore its appearance. Dr. Mekawy has years of experience in identifying and treating nerve issues.

Cracked Teeth

The signs of a cracked tooth can differ from one patient to another. Common symptoms include discomfort while biting or chewing, sensitivity to hot or cold temperatures, and pain when pressure is applied. Because these symptoms may appear and disappear, it is not always easy to determine what is causing the discomfort or identify the affected tooth.



When a cracked tooth shifts slightly during chewing, the movement can irritate the sensitive pulp tissue inside the tooth. Releasing the bite may cause the crack to close suddenly, resulting in a sharp jolt of pain. Without treatment, repeated irritation can gradually damage the pulp and cause the discomfort to become more frequent or persistent. In some cases, bacteria can enter through the crack, leading to an infection that may spread into the surrounding gum tissue and bone.

Dental Trauma

Dental injuries can damage a tooth and make professional treatment necessary. Common forms of trauma include chipped or fractured teeth, teeth that have shifted from their normal position, and teeth that have been completely knocked out. The appropriate care depends on several factors, including the severity of the damage, whether the affected tooth is primary or permanent, and how quickly treatment is received after the injury.



A dental injury should be examined as soon as possible. Depending on the condition of the tooth, treatment may involve stabilizing it with a splint, prescribing medication, performing root canal therapy, or using another restorative procedure. After treatment, the tooth should be monitored closely to confirm that it is healing properly and to address any signs of infection or additional complications.