A cardinal rule in dentistry is to save a tooth from loss whenever possible. Natural teeth provide optimal bite function and promote jaw bone health. Root canal therapy is a vital procedure because it prevents tooth loss when teeth are compromised by decay, ensuring optimal oral health for your teeth.
Our dentists provide root canal therapy to people living and working in Scottsdale and the surrounding areas.
Causes of Toothaches
A tooth consists of three layers: the enamel, the dentin, and the pulp. When bacteria have permeated the enamel and the dentin, they arrive at the pulp, where many nerves are located. The nerves send a warning to the brain that harmful bacteria are present. Toothaches are a common precursor to root canal therapy because they indicate that a tooth is infected and advanced decay is present.
It is very important to see a dentist immediately if you are experiencing a toothache. If the infection is not caught early, an abscess develops in the gums and infects other teeth. The bacteria can also circulate into the bloodstream and lead to infections in other vital organs.
Root Canal Therapy to Preserve Teeth
Root canal therapy can stop the spread of infection, and it can save a tooth from extraction. The inner chamber of the tooth is disinfected and sealed with a substance called guta percha.
After the pulp has been removed from the tooth, the tooth can become brittle from the deep decay. Therefore, dentists cap the tooth with a porcelain crown to protect it from further damage. This also ensures that the patient continues with the full biting function of a natural tooth.
Your dentist will prepare the tooth for a porcelain crown, and then they take an impression of the tooth using a molding paste. Based on the impression, a lab designs a porcelain crown that replicates the dimensions and the color of the original tooth. Porcelain crowns are durable and lustrous restorations.
Root canal therapy is the last chance a dental professional has at saving a tooth. It eliminates the need for a costly tooth replacement that often cannot provide you with the full function of a natural tooth.
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If you are experiencing a toothache. We provide quality dental care that preserves smiles. Advanced Dentistry serve people in Scottsdale, Phoenix, Tempe, and Mesa.