root canals

A root canal procedure is a simple and effective way to relieve pain from a toothache. Pain is most often a symptom of tooth decay or infection and should be treated immediately to avoid a worse situation in the future.

Even with today's modern technology and dental materials, there is no better substitute than your natural teeth. This procedure preserves your tooth by removing any decayed enamel and infected pulp, the area is then disinfected before being filled to restore the tooth's integrity and longevity. Depending on the level of infection, the tooth will need either a filling or a crown to complete the procedure.

pulpotomies

Think of a pulpotomy like the traditional root canal's younger sibling. This procedure is identical to a regular root canal, but does not remove as much interior pulp as the level of infection is low and hasn't spread throughout. Pulpotomies are more common among younger patients with baby teeth, but this procedure can be appropriate for adults as well.