A root canal is one of the most common dental procedures performed, well over 14 million every year. This treatment can save your natural teeth and prevent the need for more invasive replacement procedures.

At the center of your tooth is pulp. The pulp is a collection of blood vessels and nerves that helps to build the surrounding tooth.  Infection of the pulp can be caused by traumatic injury, deep decay, cracks, chips, or repeated dental procedures. Symptoms of an infection can be identified as visible damage of the tooth, swelling of the face, a sudden change in sensitivity to temperature or pain, and swelling in the tooth and gums.

The treatment process includes the removal of the infected pulp tissue, cleaning, shaping and sealing of the root canals and then restoring the tooth to seal the access of the tooth. Modern day techniques make root canal treatment comfortable and effective, helping relieve pain and preserve your natural tooth.