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Our Services: Endodontics | |
A root canal is a treatment used to save a tooth that could be badly decayed or infected. A root canal procedure involves the inside of the tooth being cleaned by removing the nerve and pulp, then sealing the tooth. A tooth’s nerve is not essentially important to a tooth’s function after it has emerged through the gums. Its sole purpose is to only provide sensations of hot and cold. Signs to watch out for is, severe tooth ache/pain, discoloration or darkening of the tooth, swelling of the face and if it wakes you up at night. There are times we feel a specialist should see you for a root canal. If that is the case, we will refer you to an Endodontist. After a root canal is performed, restoration to the tooth is a must. Permanent fillings, post and cores and/or crowns are all examples of restorations. All are separate charges from the actual root canal cost. |