What is Root Canal Therapy? West Nyack Dentist Explains
Root canal therapy is treatment used to repair and save a tooth that has been infected due to a deep cavity or cracked tooth. The treatment involves removing the pulp and the nerves of the tooth, and cleaning the infected area.
A tooth's pulp and nerve is not important to a tooth's health and function after the tooth has fully emerged from the gums.
If root canal therapy is not performed, pus builds up at the root tip and the infection of the pulp can spread to the surrounding bone. The results in teeth pain and gum swelling, and your tooth would likely have to be removed.
What are the symptoms that a root canal is needed?
• Severe tooth pain while chewing
• Your tooth pain wakes you up at night
• Teeth that are highly sensitive to hot or cold, with the sensitivity lingering for some time
• Discoloration or darkening of the tooth
• Swollen gums in the area of the infected tooth
How is a Root Canal Therapy Done?
First, an opening is made into the pump chamber through the crown of the tooth. Once the pulp is removed, the root canal is thoroughly cleaned. If the dentist decides to complete the root canal therapy in multiple visits, a temporary filling will be placed to protect the tooth. When you return, the dentist will remove the temporary filling, re-clean the root canal and pulp chamber, and place a permanent filling and / or crown over the tooth.
Root canal therapy has a high rate of success; many teeth undergoing the procedure can be saved to last a lifetime. Additionally, the crown or filling placed at the completion of the procedure makes it hard for others to notice you had the treatment.
How Much Does Root Canal Therapy Cost?
Root canal therapy varies in cost depending on the severity of the problems encountered, however patients can help avoid the potential loss of the tooth and the financial costs associated with large treatment plans later on by ensuring they get the therapy as soon as they notice the symptoms listed above. Kupchik Dental, serving West Nyack, New City, and the surrounding areas, offers affordable root canal therapy by a root canal specialist.
Suffering from the Above Symptoms? Find Out if You Need a Root Canal - Schedule an Appointment Today! Call: (845) 535-3500
