Endodontics

No one wants to hear the words, “You need a root canal.”

But keep in mind that the root canal procedure is a far better outcome than a lost tooth.

Endodontics - to save the tooth

The root canals of each tooth house nerve tissue and dental pulp, which contain blood vessels that provide nourishment. When this tissue becomes infected, a tooth may be in danger of dying. Without a root canal, patients may experience severe swelling, bone loss, inflammation, toothache, darkening of the tooth, gum soreness, and drainage problems.

A root canal procedure is usually recommended after other dental treatment options have been considered. It is a treatment that is used to save a tooth from extraction, an absolute last-resort option at our practice. Root canals are common in cases where large cavities have done too much damage to fix with a tooth-colored filling or dental crown. They are also used in cases where a tooth infection is simply too invasive to control.

Steps of a Root Canal

We offer state-of-the-art endodontic treatment to our patients who need a solution to severe tooth damage right away.

  • After a thorough X-ray session and evaluation, we can begin the root canal procedure. The first step in a root canal is to numb the area of the mouth being treated with local anesthesia.
  • A rubber dam is placed over the tooth to isolate the treatment area.
  • Next, your endodontist will drill a small hole in the wall of the tooth.
  • The tissue inside the tooth root, the nerve and pulp, are gently extracted using root canal files.
  • The canals are then cleaned well, flushed with a special sterilizing solution, and sealed off.
  • During the next visit, the empty root canal is filled with a rubber compound called gutta percha.
  • We will add an onlay or inlay to the tooth, followed by a dental crown to protect the enamel.

    • If you are searching for a comprehensive dental team that can take care of all your family’s dental needs, please contact the experienced dentists. Our root canal services are performed with a high level of quality and attention to detail.

    • You may find additional information about Essex Family on the Principals and Partners pages of this site