Consistent toothaches or pain can be a sign of an infected tooth or an abscessed tooth. Our teeth have a soft inner core called the pulp that serves to nourish the tooth. Sometimes, due to tooth decay, an abscess, a cracked tooth, an injury, or other reasons, the pulp may become infected, causing that pain.
Thanks to advanced dental science, our board-certified dentists can save the tooth by removing the infected pulp and replacing it with a biomimetic filler material. This is called a root canal.
After we complete the root canal we restore the tooth with a crown so you have a healthy, functional, and natural-looking tooth.
Safe and Effective Root Canals
Our office places an emphasis on using materials and techniques that are safe for the patient and result in a root canal that remains healthy and strong for many years to come.
We do this by offering comfort dentistry and using biocompatible and biomimetic materials. You can choose which kind of sedation and pain management will work best for you.
Our materials work with your tooth to keep it healthy and lasting for years to come. We do not use mercury or any metals that may be dangerous or decay over time.
Do I Need a Root Canal?
A tooth infection that has gone deep into the tooth is very painful and can cause a range of potentially debilitating issues. It’s important to remove the infection and ensure that it doesn’t enter the jawbone. If you’re having a problem with any of the following, a root canal may be what our office recommends:
If you are worried about your toothaches and would like to learn about treatment options from our trusted dentists, you can always reach out via phone or even follow us on social media.
How Does a Root Canal Work?
We understand that there may be fear around the words “root canal”. We want our patients at Bridge Creek Dental to feel safe and comfortable during their root canal procedure. Through dental sedation or local anesthesia, our patients will be relaxed and the toothache will begin to fade.
Once you are comfortable, we will remove any fillings while entering the core of the tooth with very precise instruments.
We use advanced imaging techniques throughout the procedure to ensure precision and comfort. After we remove any fillings, we will remove the infected inside, or pulp, of your tooth, being careful to leave the healthy part of the tooth in place.
Once the infection is removed, we will fill the root canals with a biomimetic material.
A temporary dental crown goes on top, and once you’re healed, we’ll finish by placing a permanent dental crown on top. By the end, your tooth will be restored to full health.
Choose Us for Your Safe and Effective Root Canal
Bridge Creek Dental offers root canals that restore your oral health permanently. We pride ourselves on offering a comfortable experience and safe materials. Schedule a consultation with us if you are experiencing toothaches or pain.