At Deering Dental we practice preventive and early interceptive treatment to prevent unnecessary need for Root Canal Treatment. But when Root Canal Treatment is needed, Dr Deering is expert at making our patients completely comfortable and performing the exacting procedure. Our root canal procedures and tooth re-strengthening procedures save millions of teeth a year. Infections should not be ignored. If you have one or dental pain, call us at (610) 282-1122 to schedule an appointment and see if you need a root canal endodontic treatment.
Why do most people need a root canal?
When a tooth becomes infected, that infection can spread into the center of the tooth. This area is called the dental pulp. Inside of the dental pulp is the nerves, connective tissue, and blood vessels. All of the sensitive areas of the tooth are contained here. As such, when the area becomes infected it can be incredibly painful, requiring immediate treatment. We can perform a root canal quickly on people living in and around the 18036 area.
How does the treatment work?
It is treatment for the infected dental pulp (“nerve”) of a tooth. The dental pulp is normally not exposed to germs and once infected by decay, trauma to the tooth etc, it cannot recover. Dr Deering provides the careful thorough treatment needed for success. First the tooth is completely numbed. Root canal treatment removes the infected tissue inside the various tight passages in the root, thoroughly cleans and disinfects the inside of the root then meticulouly seals the passages inside of the root. Of course the tooth will need other treatment to repair it.
In order to complete the root canal, we will seal up the hole and area where the dental pulp used to be. This is typically done with something called gutta-percha. This is a rubber-like substance that can help to stabilize the tooth now that a portion is missing. At Deering Dental, we will then use a filling or crown in order to further strengthen and protect the damaged tooth. Both fillings and crowns can now be created in a tooth-color. This means that regardless of where your infected tooth is located, a crown can be used, and it will blend in seamlessly with the surrounding teeth. Patients throughout the Coopersburg area appreciate how natural their tooth looks once the procedure is complete.
Why should I have a root canal endodontics treatment?
If you live in Coopersburg, PA you should schedule an appointment with Dr. Deering to discuss the health of your teeth, any problems that you may be having and what should be done to heal and protect the tooth. If it appears that a root canal is the best option, we will make this recommendation. If not, we will present a treatment solution that will solve your health issue. Overall, a root canal endodontics treatment is extremely effective for saving damaged teeth by removing any infection that may be there. This single treatment makes it possible for millions of teeth to be saved on an annual basis and once it is completed; eating and drinking becomes easy again.
What about discomfort?
We help patients throughout Pennsylvania to feel comfortable during their root canal endodontics procedure by using sedation dentistry. We have a variety of ways that we can eliminate both discomfort and anxiety during a root canal. Whether a patient needs to take something ahead of time to relax or medication to numb the specific area that is being worked on, Dr. Deering is an expert at painless dentistry and ensuring that patients are able to enjoy their dental treatments.
What are the advantages of this procedure?
In the past, many people would need to have their teeth pulled if they became severely infected or the dental pulp became inflamed. Now, those same teeth can be saved by performing a root canal. This is a far better option because it keeps the natural tooth in place. This is important for the shape of the face because as teeth fall out the muscles in the face can start to sag. While this isn’t particularly common with the loss of one tooth, it is when several become infected and fall out. By treating and saving an infected tooth, Dr. Deering is helping to preserve our patients’ facial structure.
Another benefit is that once the root canal has been completed, and the filling or crown is in place; it is possible to eat like normal and without restrictions. Once the infection is gone, and the tooth is strengthened, it will behave like it used to. That makes it possible to bite down with normal force, chew, and maintain normal activities without worrying about the tooth. This helps patients throughout Coopersburg to get back to return to their busy schedules.
A restored tooth will look completely natural if a tooth-colored crown or filling is used to restore it. In fact, crowns can be created in the exact shade of the surrounding teeth so that it blends in perfectly. This way no one will know that you ever had a procedure completed. If, in fact, you had a root canal done previously, you may want to have the filling or crown around it replaced with today’s version for an improved appearance.
Alternatively, if don’t have a root canal endodontics procedure completed, the infected tooth will likely need to be pulled. This is essential for preventing the spread of infection. Once the tooth is removed it will need to be replaced. The options for doing so involve wearing a denture, getting a dental bridge or having dental implants installed. These are all viable solutions but take additional time, and the recovery period is longer since the procedures will take several steps. Therefore, the easiest and most straightforward solution is to have Dr. Deering save your tooth by performing a root canal endodontics procedure. To learn more about this option call Deering Dental at 610-282-1122 and schedule an appointment.
