Our dentists can save your teeth when you visit us for a root canal. We can remove the infected tissues inside of a tooth, fill the area with medicated materials, and cap the tooth with a dental crown for protection.
Commonly called a root canal, root canal treatment is a type of endodontic therapy that is often recommended if the tooth pulp and nerves become infected or damaged. When left untreated, this type of infection and disease may cause the tooth to die and necessitate tooth extraction. To restore the health of the tooth and avoid the need for extraction, our skilled dentists will remove the infected and injured tissues from within the tooth, clean the tooth, and fill it with a medicated material. We will then cap the tooth with a restoration, such as a dental crown, to return the tooth to its original shape and structure. In most cases, a root canal can be completed in only one or two comfortable visits to our office.
Causes of an infected pulp could include:
- A deep cavity
- Repeated dental procedures
- A cracked or broken tooth
- Injury to the tooth (even if there’s not a visible crack or chip)
Root canal treatment has a reputation for being a painful treatment. In reality, however, root canal treatment can often be completed with minimal discomfort thanks to advanced techniques, tools, and anesthesia. Our dentists at Vicksburg Family Dental, along with our entire dental team, work hard to provide you with a pleasant, comfortable experience each time you visit our office.
We are committed to restoring your smile’s health. To learn more about root canal treatment, we welcome you to contact us today by calling (601) 636-5321.