Restorative Dentistry
Root Canal Treatment in Southfield, MI
A procedure to help preserve a tooth when the inner pulp is damaged or infected.
Understanding Root Canal Treatment
Root canal treatment is a procedure used to help preserve a tooth when the soft tissue inside the tooth (the pulp) becomes damaged or infected. During the procedure, the affected pulp is removed, the inside of the tooth is cleaned and shaped, and the space is sealed.
A crown is often placed afterward to help protect and restore the tooth. The goal of the treatment is to help you keep your natural tooth rather than removing it.
Common Reasons This Treatment May Be Recommended
- Deep decay has reached the pulp of the tooth
- A tooth has become infected or developed an abscess
- A tooth has been injured or traumatized
- A tooth is sensitive or painful and evaluation indicates pulp involvement
What Patients Can Generally Expect
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Your dentist will examine the tooth and review x-rays to assess the pulp and surrounding bone.
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The affected pulp is removed and the inside of the tooth is cleaned and shaped.
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The space is sealed to help prevent further issues.
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A crown is often recommended afterward to protect and restore the tooth.
Frequently Asked Questions
Root Canal Treatment FAQs
Related Treatments
Dental Crowns
A custom restoration that covers a damaged or weakened tooth to help restore its strength, shape, and appearance.
Learn moreDental Fillings
Restoring a tooth affected by decay to help protect its structure and function.
Learn moreTooth Extractions
The removal of a tooth when it cannot be restored or when removal supports your overall oral health.
Learn moreConsidering root canal treatment?
Schedule an evaluation at Najor Dental Center. After examining your teeth and oral health, your dentist can explain whether this treatment may be appropriate for you.
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