Root Canal and Dental Crowns

by Dentist Tarzana

Discover the truth about root canal procedures and how they contribute to maintaining optimal dental health.

Why Choose a Root Canal?

While teeth might seem like solid bones, they contain a soft tissue called "pulp." This pulp can become inflamed or infected due to tooth decay, cracks, or chips.

An inflamed pulp can lead to discomfort and abscesses, posing more serious health risks. Symptoms of pulp issues include sensitivity, tooth discoloration, and lymph node tenderness.

The Root Canal Process

A root canal procedure is designed to save your tooth by removing the infected or inflamed pulp. The steps include:

• Diagnostic X-rays to assess pulp health and viability for root canal treatment.
• Numbing and isolation of the affected tooth.
• Careful creation of an access point to the pulp.
• Thorough removal of the damaged pulp, followed by cleaning and shaping of the root area.
• Filling the tooth with "gutta-percha" to prevent future infections.
• Sealing the access point with a temporary filling; more severe cases require a permanent filling or crown.

Maintain a radiant smile with effective oral hygiene and Teeth Whitening treatments.

Root Canals and Crowns

A root canal safeguards your tooth's internal structure, but external damage might necessitate a dental crown. This is especially true for molars prone to cracks or chips.

Front teeth like incisors and canines may not need crowns, an assessment your dentist will guide you through. Remember, molars often benefit from crowns to prevent further fractures.

Though root canals can slightly increase the risk of tooth cracking, they remain a viable solution for inflamed or infected pulp. In cases of severe damage, extraction or dental implants might be considered.

Choosing between treatments requires professional guidance and cost-effectiveness considerations from your dentist.

Root canals are no more painful than fillings. Overcome the fear and embrace relief from troublesome tooth pain.

For personalized treatment options, reach out to the experts at Life Smile Dental. Schedule an appointment at our Tarzana dental office today!