Root Canals
Root Canal Therapy
Root canal therapy is a procedure that may be recommended if the nerve of a tooth is infected (from decay), dead (from trauma), or has become hyperactive (from decay or trauma). The nerves and blood supply for the tooth is located inside each tooth in its pulp chamber. When the pulp becomes infected due to decay or injury to the tooth, the pulp must be removed from the center of the tooth and the canals of each root. The remaining chamber is filled with a rubber-based material to seal it off once the infected pulp is removed. After a root canal procedure, the tooth becomes highly susceptible to fracture. The tooth must be restored by a crown as soon as possible to prevent fractures or the need for additional root canal therapy.
Root canal treatment is completed in one or two office visits, depending on the presence of infection and the required treatment plan. The tooth continues to function like any other tooth after restoration. With good oral hygiene, the restored tooth has the potential to last a lifetime.
See your Dentist if you have any of these symptoms:
Sometimes an endodontic problem can exist without warning signs. In these cases, a radiograph taken during a routine dental checkup will reveal the tooth damage.
Dr. Kiser will thoroughly examine your teeth, gums and supporting bone structure, recommend a treatment plan, discuss it with you, and answer your questions. If a root canal is needed, Dr Kiser will either perform the procedure himself or refer you to a specialist called an endodontist.
The Root Canal process:
We will work with each patient individually to discuss the details of your treatment and any possible alternatives. Providing you with the highest standard of care is our top priority.
