Root Canal Therapy
When decay or infection develops or spreads inside a tooth, root canal therapy is often performed to repair it and keep the tooth from dying and having to be removed.
With a root canal treatment, WDA saves the tooth by cleaning out the damaged areas and surrounding decay, and then filling the space to restore the tooth to its full use.
What you should know about Root Canals
A root canal procedure requires one or more appointments. During the first appointment:
- We numb your tooth before any work is begun.
- An opening is made on top of the tooth.
- The infected pulp and nerve tissue are removed from inside the tooth.
- The tooth is then cleaned and disinfected, and a temporary filling is used to seal the opening.
During the next appointment:
- The inside cavity of the tooth is permanently filled and sealed.
- A crown is normally placed to further protect the tooth.
Our staff will provide you with complete instructions for preparing for surgery and proper care after the treatment.
Root Canals are used to treat
- Problems of the tooth's soft core
- Infections inside the tooth
- Abscessed tooth
- Diseased or injured tooth pulp
Read more about root canal treatments at the American Dental Association's website.
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