Root Canal

Endodontic root canals involve many steps. First, your dentist will drill a small hole in your tooth. The hole allows the dentist a passageway into your inner pulp to remove infected tissues. Often the pulp and roots will need removal. Tooth roots are only necessary to feel temperature sensations. Once a tooth is fully mature, removing the roots won’t harm your tooth. Root removal will help stop the infection from spreading in your mouth.

After the infected tissue is removed, thorough cleaning of the area is next. The tissue removal helps ensure the infection is completely eradicated. If needed, Dr. Shah will prescribe antibiotics as well to prevent lingering infections.

For completion of the treatment, sealing of the hole along with the dental pulp area is next. A safe and sturdy sealant is used to add stability to the tooth that now has missing pieces. Finally, a filling or crown is applied to the treated tooth to add strength and protection. So regardless of what tooth had the root canal, tooth-colored fillings or crowns can be used. The crown or filling will blend in perfectly with your surrounding teeth.

Performing a root canal successfully has many benefits you might not be aware of. In the past, receiving a tooth extraction was the only treatment available for infected teeth. Now with root canals, your tooth can be saved. Having missing teeth can cause your facial muscles to sag. This sagging, in turn, can cause one to look older than what they naturally are. Saving your natural teeth, in the long run, helps preserve your facial structure.

Root canals also bring the benefit of a better quality of life. With a filling or crown in place, you can normally eat without restriction. After the infection is gone, your tooth regains its strength. You will be able to bite down and chew normally again.

If the tooth needs pulling out, our office has other treatments available such as dental implants to replace your missing teeth.

So if you’re having a dental emergency due to severe pain or bleeding, call your Dentist Highland today. We offer same-day appointments. Don’t wait and hope the pain will go away. With years of experience, Dr. Shah will be able to help you get the pain relief you need while saving your tooth.