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| Root Canal Therapy |
Occasionally, a tooth will have extensive decay (cavity) or pressure sensitivity when biting that affects the nerve of the tooth In addition, the tooth may have moderate to severe pain from hot and cold liquids. When this occurs, the nerve of the tooth has become infected. The treatment for this involves removing the nerve from the tooth- “root canal therapy”. The area is then filled with a rubber-based material. This treatment can be completed in 1-2 visits and in most cases relieves the symptoms of pain.
Since the nerve and blood supply is removed when a root canal is performed, the tooth is susceptible to fracture. Therefore, the tooth will need to be protected with a crown (see crown and bridge section).
If a root canal is not performed, the tooth will continue to degenerate and the infection will continue to grow. The tooth will eventually need to be removed. If you have any questions, feel free to contact our office for a consultation to review your options.
Other alternatives: dental implant, bridge, or removable partial denture |
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