Root Canal Therapy
Saving Natural Teeth
Understanding the Treatment
Root canal treatment is one of the most common dental procedures, with over 14 million performed annually. This proven therapy can save your natural teeth and prevent the need for dental implants or bridges.
What is Pulp?
The soft tissue inside the tooth containing blood vessels, nerves, and connective tissue.
Causes of Infection
Deep decay, repeated dental procedures, faulty crowns, or a crack or chip in the tooth.
Symptoms
Sensitivity to heat/cold, tenderness to touch, discoloration, or swelling in gums.
The Procedure Steps
Local anesthesia is administered to ensure your complete comfort.
The inflamed or infected pulp is removed.
The inside of the root canal is carefully cleaned and shaped.
The space is filled and sealed. A temporary filling is placed.
90% Success Rate: With proper care, a treated tooth can last a lifetime.