Why Root Canal Treatment

At Platinum Dentistry, we believe in providing the best dental services to ensure your oral and overall well-being. Our expert team of dentists specializes in performing root canal treatments, which is a highly effective solution for relieving tooth pain and preserving your natural tooth and natural smile.

We use state-of-the-art technology, combined with a gentle approach, to perform root canal treatments. While we understand that the idea of root canal treatment can be thought of stressful, but you can trust us to provide a comfortable and stress-free experience. With our meticulous process, we remove the infected pulp, clean the infected tooth, and seal it properly to prevent any further damage.

Our root canal treatment aims to save your natural teeth, hence avoiding the need for extraction and preserving your smile. By addressing the underlying issues causing tooth pain and infection, we can restore the health of your teeth and prevent future complications. 

Root Canal Treatment: General Procedure

While each patient will have to be examined and treated according to their particular circumstance, here is a general procedure that is followed in root canal treatments.

1. Examination and Diagnosis: We examine the tooth and take X-rays to assess the extent of the damage and determine if a root canal is necessary.
2. Anesthesia:  The area around the tooth is numbed using local anesthesia to ensure you’re comfortable during the procedure.
3. Access and Cleaning:  The dentist creates an opening in the tooth to access the pulp chamber and root canals. The infected or damaged tissue is removed, and the canals are cleaned and shaped to prepare them for filling.
4. Filling and Sealing: The cleaned root canals are filled with a biocompatible material, to prevent re-contamination and provide support. The access opening is sealed with a temporary or permanent filling.
5. Restoration: Depending on the extent of the damage, a crown or filling may be placed on the tooth to restore its function and appearance. This step protects the tooth and ensures long-term durability.

Root Canal Treatment Vs Tooth Extraction

While tooth extraction may feel like the only option for a patient when undergoing pain, root canal provides the option of actually saving the tooth.

1. Preservation of natural tooth: Root canal treatment allows you to preserve your natural tooth by removing infected or damaged tissue from inside the tooth while retaining its structure and function.
2. Maintains bite and jaw alignment: Root canal treatment maintains the integrity of your bite and prevents shifting of adjacent teeth, preserving the alignment of your jaw and preventing further dental issues.
3. Prevents bone loss and facial changes: By preserving the natural tooth root, root canal treatment helps prevent bone loss in the jaw and avoids the facial changes that can occur with missing teeth, such as sunken cheeks or changes in facial appearance.
4. Restores normal chewing function:After root canal treatment and restoration, you can continue to use the treated tooth for normal chewing and biting, allowing you to enjoy a wide range of foods without restrictions.
5. Cost-Effective long-term solution:While initial costs may be higher than extraction, root canal treatment is often a cost-effective long-term solution. It eliminates the need for tooth replacement options like dental implants or bridges in the future.

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