ROOT CANAL
ROOT CANAL
A root canal (also known as an endodontic treatment) is a serious procedure, but one that general dentists handle everyday. Before engaging in any type of dental work, it’s important to know the facts about root canals, from the procedure, potential pain, and price.
What is a root canal?
A root canal is the process of medically removing a infected or injured nerves from a tooth. Contrary to what many people think, root canals are usually pain-free. They are typically performed under local anesthesia that promotes comfort. -During the appointment, Dr. Bang will use specialized instrument called rotary endodontic files to remove and clean up infected nerve and surrounding space of infected or injured tooth. At the end, Dr. Bang will seal the roots to save the tooth. A crown is necessary after root canal treatment is completed. Root canal is the best way to relieve serious pain and make teeth healthy again. In addition to relieving pain, a root canal also helps save your tooth rather than lose your tooth.
How do you know if you need a root canal?
Root canals are needed for a cracked tooth from injury or genetics, a deep cavity, or issues from a previous filling. At New City Dental in Pomona, Dr. Bang will perform thorough exam to decide the necessity of root canal procedure. In most cases, Patients generally need a root canal when they notice their teeth are sensitive, particularly to hot and cold sensations. Sensitive teeth indicate that harmful bacteria are getting into the nerves of the jaw and must be removed.
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At our office, we provide the most advanced endodontic therapy by implementing Brasseler ® USA's Endosequence Rotary file system, Apex Locator and piezo scaler!
What is a root canal?
A root canal is the process of medically removing a infected or injured nerves from a tooth. Contrary to what many people think, root canals are usually pain-free. They are typically performed under local anesthesia that promotes comfort. -During the appointment, Dr. Bang will use specialized instrument called rotary endodontic files to remove and clean up infected nerve and surrounding space of infected or injured tooth. At the end, Dr. Bang will seal the roots to save the tooth. A crown is necessary after root canal treatment is completed. Root canal is the best way to relieve serious pain and make teeth healthy again. In addition to relieving pain, a root canal also helps save your tooth rather than lose your tooth.
How do you know if you need a root canal?
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Root canals are needed for a cracked tooth from injury or genetics, a deep cavity, or issues from a previous filling. At New City Dental in Pomona, Dr. Bang will perform thorough exam to decide the necessity of root canal procedure. In most cases, Patients generally need a root canal when they notice their teeth are sensitive, particularly to hot and cold sensations. Sensitive teeth indicate that harmful bacteria are getting into the nerves of the jaw and must be removed.
How long does a root canal take?
Although it varies based on the type of tooth, a root canal takes roughly 60 minutes to complete per tooth. Most anterior teeth and premolars can be completed in one hour, while molars can take up to two- 60 minutes appointments to complete. For retreatment (being treated again), procedure times can change wildly.
At our office, we provide the most advanced endodontic therapy by implementing Brasseler ® USA's Endosequence Rotary file system, Apex Locator and piezo scaler!