Root Canals Del City, OK are procedures performed by dentists across America. This form of treatment can save a tooth. When the internal tissue of a tooth starts to degrade, it can cause an infection within the tooth and gums, leading to pain. Underneath the enamel is a hard layer called dentin, past this layer is another called pulp. The pulp layer contains blood vessels, nerves, and tissue. This layer helps the tooth grow and mature in its first stages. Once the tooth has grown, it no longer needs the pulp because the surrounding tissue will keep it nourished.
The pulp is the part of the tooth that can cause problems; this can be due to deep decay, repeated dental procedures on that tooth, faulty crowns, cracks, or chips within the tooth. Other causes may include trauma to the tooth and may cause damage to the tooth even if there are no visible cracks or chips. If the inflammation of the pulp is left untreated, it can cause pain or lead to an abscess. The root canal procedures remove the inflamed pulp in the tooth and replace it with an alternative rubber-like material known as gutta-percha.
The dentist drills a thin hole in the tooth using
specialized equipment and then carefully cleans out the bad tissue.
After the treatment, the tooth continues to function as normal. This
procedure allows the patient to do the following:
Efficient
chewing.
Use normal biting force and feel the normal sensation instead of pain.
Tooth appears natural, and others will only know if they are told.
Protects the other teeth; the infected tissue will not spread and worsen the problem.
This procedure allows one to maintain a normal dental appearance. Its alternative is a tooth extraction. This is when the entire tooth is uprooted and replaced with one made of another material. If you cannot afford the replacement, you will have a missing tooth, which may affect your confidence as well as appearance.
Make sure the dentist you choose to perform the procedure is fully qualified and experienced. You may want to ask for testimonials from previous clients as proof of their abilities. Almost all dental clinics perform Root Canals Del City, OK. If you think you are in need of a root canal, then contact Sunnylane Family Dentistry. You can also visit them on Facebook.
