ROOT CANAL THERAPY (a root canal) is a common procedure that can restore an infected tooth to its natural function and appearance. Despite popular myths, it’s typically no more painful than filling a cavity.
A Root Canal May Be Necessary For Deep Infections
If a cavity is deep enough it can become infected and spread to the nerves in the root of your tooth. Left untreated, the cavity can become an abscess and may even lead to bone loss in your jaw as well as other health problems. Cracked or damaged teeth (where your tooth’s nerves are exposed) may also require a root canal.
A Root Canal Can Keep You Healthy
When we perform a root canal, we clear your tooth’s canals of bacteria and infected tissue and then dry and seal them. Often, a crown is placed over your tooth for further protection. This can prevent infections from spreading to other areas and can help keep you and your smile healthy.
It’s Better To Get A Root Canal Than To Pull An Infected Tooth?
The dangers associated with a missing tooth include: tipping and drifting of the adjacent teeth. This leads to open contacts with food traps that accelerate gum disease. Then other teeth are forced to do the work of this missing tooth. This overloading of forces can lead to more breakdown. Your bite will no longer be balanced and this over time puts strain on your jaw joints and can lead to a very painful condition known as Temporal Joint Dysfunction.
There’s No Need To Be Nervous About A Root Canal
If you or someone you know needs a Root Canal, we’re here to make it as painless as possible. It’s no longer anything to be scared of. We usually complete all steps in one ninety minute visit. The root canal post reinforcement will be done at the same visit, which is the optimal combination rather than leaving another office with only a “temporary” in place. This greatly decreases the chance of re-infection. For over the last eight years, after completing advanced training, we now perform all root canals in our office, including molar teeth. I’m proud to say that as a team, this once scary, multiple-visit process can be done in a relaxed, painless, single visit. So tell all your friends and family this great news. We would love to provide them with this excellent treatment.