Root Canal Therapy
Root Canal Therapy
Root canal therapy is a procedure to help remove an infected pulp or nerve inside a tooth. When the pulp becomes infected it can lead to pain, swelling, discolored, or a dead tooth. This infection if left long enough will create an abscess which can compromise the tooth and bone holding it in place. This infection can be caused by decay, trauma, gum disease, or a fractured or cracked tooth. The root canal procedure removes all the infection from the tooth and seals it up to prevent reinfection. After a root canal the tooth is restored with either a filling or a crown. Root canals get a bad reputation because they are often left until they are very painful to get treatment. Newer techniques and materials have made root canal therapy a more comfortable procedure.
Below is a diagram showing the different parts of the tooth including the pulp or living part of the tooth.
Here is a diagram showing a tooth with a cavity and infection in the root with an abscess. The pulp or root area is cleaned out and sealed.
Please Contact Us at our Las Vegas or Henderson office to schedule your root canal appointment with Dr. Pham. We serve the greater Las Vegas and Henderson areas with comprehensive dental care for smiles that are beyond beautiful.
