Root canal procedure involves numbing the tooth to make the procedure painless. We always ensure that the tooth is very numb before we start the procedure. A protective shield is placed on the tooth, to isolate and protect.

We then proceed to making a small opening on the tooth to get to the root canal system, which is followed by series of instruments used to clean the root canal space. The canal is then filed with biocompatible filling material and a temporary filling is placed on the tooth to close the opening.

Most root canal treatments are finished in a single visit. After the root canal is done, we recommend that you to see your dentist for a permanent filling and a crown within next few days.

A root canal is a procedure specifically designed to save you from losing a tooth. Our teeth are comprised of certain parts, one of them being the pulp. A tooth’s pulp is where the nerve, blood vessels, and connective tissue are housed. When this area becomes inflamed or infected, then a root canal procedure must be taken in order to save that tooth from falling right out of your mouth. 

Don’t Wait

If you notice a recurring pain that doesn’t seem to halt, then contact our dentist immediately. It is always better to save a tooth than to have it extracted and replaced.

To learn more about Root Canals in Clinton & Waldorf MD or any other services we provide. We will be happy to assist you with any questions or concerns you may have.