Extractions and Root Canals
If you suspect that you may have a cavity, it’s best to schedule a checkup at your earliest convenience with your Manly West East family dentist. In most cases, cavities can be filled, but delaying treatment may mean that you need a root canal or crown. Contact us today to find out how we can help.
Determining if You Need a Root Canal
In more cases than not, a root canal is your last option to preserve a tooth that has been affected by severe:
- Fractures
- Decay
- Nerve damage (abscess)
- Toothaches
- Trauma
Rather than pulling the tooth, the damaged nerve is removed and the chamber is sealed.
This keeps your tooth working without the chance of a bacterial infection spreading to adjacent teeth. Our dentist will numb the tooth during endodontic therapy so that the process can be finished gently and quickly.
After the root canal is completed, a crown will be required to safeguard the non-vital, brittle tooth that is left behind.
Do You Need to Have a Tooth Pulled?
Unfortunately, some dental issues are so serious that the only method to completely eliminate them is to extract the tooth. If this is the case, an extraction can provide pain and infection relief quite quickly. After the extraction site has healed, we’ll work with you to identify a suitable substitute, such as a bridge or implant, to close the gap.
Solutions for Every Manly West Smile
If you’re in pain, have an abscessed tooth or want a second option, contact our practice to schedule a consultation. Saturday appointments are available.
