root canals

A root canal is a procedure for saving and repairing a decayed, infected tooth. Within the natural cavity at the center of each tooth reside the tooth’s nerve and its pulp chamber. Damage to the nerve and pulp—caused by deep decay or other factors—can lead to an abscessed, or deeply infected, tooth.

The root canal procedure involves the removal of the nerve and the pulp, followed by the disinfecting, cleaning, and sealing of the tooth’s interior. After the application of a local anesthetic, a small access hole is drilled into the tooth, through which the procedure is performed. Once the work on the tooth’s interior is complete, the access hole is filled or a crown or other restoration provided, depending on the extent of deterioration.

Though it’s often assumed that a root canal will be highly unpleasant, we’ve made great strides in making sure you’re as comfortable as can be throughout the procedure. In fact, many people find it comparable to getting an ordinary filling.

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