Root Canal Therapy
Root canal therapy is needed when the nerve of a tooth is affected by decay or infection. In order to save the tooth, the tissue inside the tooth, which includes the nerves, bacteria, and any decay are removed and the resulting space is filled with special, medicated materials, which helps restore the tooth its full function. After a root canal is completed a buildup and crown is needed for the tooth. Root Canals are not always successful and they are the last ditch effort to save a tooth before extraction. Even though we have other options, generally, if a tooth can be saved with root canal therapy then you are better off. The procedure requires one or more appointments and can be performed by a dentist with advanced training or an endodontist (a root canal specialist).
