Hello Texas, let’s talk about the root canal procedure (“endodontic therapy” in dentist-speak). The root canal may be the most cringe-worthy dental treatment commonly done today, but it is important that dental patients in the Mansfield TX, Bentley Village, and Cook’s Meadow areas know what is happening during this anxiety-inducing, though routine procedure.
At the center of each tooth is a very small tissue called the pulp. This thread-like tissue can become damaged due to the 3 following problems:
An injury to a tooth
A very deep cavity
A crack in the tooth
If this tissue becomes damaged or infected, it can build up at the root tip inside the jawbone and form an abscess. If left untreated, this can actually destroy the bone around the tooth and cause serious discomfort.
When an endodontist, oral surgeon, or general dentist in Fort Worth or Arlington performs a root canal, the dead or diseased pulp is taken out, the space that is left is cleaned, and then it is shaped and filled. This eliminates the need for a diseased tooth to be pulled, and continued cosmetic dentistry is then used to fill in the gap.
Hi. I’m Dr. Ratcliff of Stephen Ratcliff, Family & Cosmetic Dentistry in Arlington. I hope that today’s Fort Worth dental blog post has helped you to better understand root canals. I want my patients to have the best oral health possible and accurate dental information. I also want them to look their best, so if you have any questions about a smile makeover, dental implants, or teeth whitening, please give us a call at 817-274-7875.
At Stephen Ratcliff, Family & Cosmetic Dentistry we offer:
Dental implants
Dentures
Porcelain veneers
Invisalign clear braces
We hope to hear from you soon!
Dr. Stephen Ratcliff
Stephen Ratcliff, Family & Cosmetic Dentistry
909 W Mitchell St
Arlington, Texas
817-274-7875
https://www.myarlingtoncosmeticdentist.com/meet-dr-ratcliff/
The following website was used as source material for this blog:
http://www.colgate.com/app/CP/US/EN/OC/Information/Popular-Topics/Common-Dental-Procedures/article/What-is-Root-Canal-Treatment.cvsp, accessed March 14, 2013
