When your tooth becomes infected, painful, or has fractured, Root Canal treatment becomes a very important service, as it is the last resort to save your original tooth. Every patient is different and symptoms may vary in some cases, the infected tooth may not be painful at all. However, very often patients suffering from tooth infections or fractures may complain of the following:

• Sensitivity to hot and/or cold.
• Pain to touch or when biting.
• Presence of an abscess (gumboil).
• Sharp, prolonged pain.

This therapy involves the cleansing of the middle core of the tooth where the nerve is located. Specialized rotary tools are then utilized to remove the source of infection, along with disinfectants to cleanse the canal. Ultimately, the canal is sealed to protect the tooth from future infection. Since the remaining structure of your tooth will not be as strong as before, the tooth is reinforced by placing a crown over it to ensure its strength.

Root Canal Therapy has proven itself to be an exceptional way to eliminate infections within the teeth and allow you to keep it for years to come. As we keep our teeth we prevent bone loss and other problems associated with it such as TMJ (Temporal Mandibular Joint) problems.