The words Root Canal are often associated with pain and fear of the dentist. Sometimes people who know they need one tend to postpone this procedure. But once they know the importance of it, most people feel much more comfortable and cooperative, so let’s see what exactly root canal is and how can we can allay your fears and put your mind at ease.

When your tooth becomes infected, painful, or has fractured, Root Canal treatment comes to be a very important service, as it is the last resort to save your original tooth. Every patient is different and symptoms may vary in some cases, the infected tooth may not be painful at all. However, very often patients suffering from tooth infection or fracture may complain of the following:

* Sensitivity to hot and/or cold
* Pain to touch or when biting
* Presence of an abscess (gumboil)
* Sharp, prolonged pain

This therapy involves the cleansing of the middle core of the tooth where the nerve is located. Specialized rotary tools are then utilized toremove the source of infection, along with disinfectants to cleanse the canal. Ultimately, the canal is sealed in order to protect the tooth from future infection. Since the remaining structure of your tooth will not be as strong as before, the tooth is reinforced by placing a crown over it to ensure its strength.

Root Canal Therapy has proven itself to be an exceptional way to eliminate infections within the teeth and allow you to keep it for years to come. As we keep our teeth we prevent bone loss and other problems associated with it such as TMJ (Temporal Mandiblular Joint) problems.

Call us today and let us help you with your concern!