Non-Surgical Root Canal in Englewood NJ
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A root canal is one of the most common dental procedures performed, well over 14 million every year. This simple treatment can save your natural teeth and prevent the need of dental implants or bridges.
At the center of your tooth is pulp. Pulp is a collection of blood vessels that helps to build the surrounding tooth. Infection of the pulp can be caused by trauma to the tooth, deep decay, cracks and chips, or repeated dental procedures. Symptoms of the infection can be identified as visible injury or swelling of the tooth, sensitivity to temperature or pain in the tooth and gums.
Key of Benefits
How is a root canal performed?
If you experience any of these symptoms, your dentist will most likely recommend non-surgical treatment to eliminate the diseased pulp. This injured pulp is removed and the root canal system is thoroughly cleaned and sealed. This therapy usually involves local anesthesia and may be completed in one or more visits depending on the treatment required. Success for this type of treatment occurs in about 90% of cases. If your tooth is not amenable to endodontic treatment or the chance of success is unfavorable, you will be informed at the time of consultation or when a complication becomes evident during or after treatment.
We use local anesthesia to eliminate discomfort. In addition, we will provide nitrous oxide analgesia if indicated. You will be able to drive home after your treatment, and you probably will be comfortable returning to your normal routine.
FAQs
What is a non-surgical root canal?
A non-surgical root canal is a treatment that removes diseased or infected pulp from inside the tooth. The root canal system is then thoroughly cleaned and sealed to help save the natural tooth and avoid extraction.
Why might I need a root canal?
A root canal may be recommended when the pulp inside a tooth becomes infected or damaged. Causes can include deep decay, trauma, cracks, chips, or repeated dental procedures.
What are the symptoms of an infected tooth?
Symptoms may include sensitivity to temperature, pain in the tooth or gums, visible injury, or swelling around the tooth. If you experience these symptoms, your dentist can evaluate whether root canal treatment is appropriate.
Does a root canal hurt?
Englewood Dental Studio uses local anesthesia to eliminate discomfort during root canal treatment. Nitrous oxide analgesia may also be provided when indicated to help make treatment more comfortable.
How long does a root canal take?
Root canal treatment may be completed in one or more visits, depending on the treatment required and the condition of the affected tooth. Your dentist will explain the expected treatment process during your consultation.
Can a root canal save my natural tooth?
Yes. Root canal treatment is designed to remove diseased pulp, clean and seal the root canal system, and help preserve the natural tooth. It can potentially prevent the need for tooth removal and replacement with an implant or bridge.
What happens after a root canal?
After root canal treatment is completed, your restorative dentist will determine what type of restoration is needed to protect the tooth. A follow-up restoration should generally be arranged within a few weeks after treatment.
Can I drive home after a root canal?
According to Englewood Dental Studio, patients receiving the treatment can drive home afterward and will probably be comfortable returning to their normal routine.
How successful is root canal treatment?
The page states that non-surgical root canal treatment has a success rate of approximately 90%. If a tooth is not suitable for endodontic treatment or the expected outcome is unfavorable, the patient will be informed during the consultation or when a complication becomes evident.
How much does a root canal cost?
The cost varies depending on factors such as the severity of the damage and which tooth requires treatment. The page notes that endodontic treatment is generally less expensive than removing a tooth and replacing it with an artificial tooth.