Saving a severely infected tooth from extraction.

Inside every tooth is a soft core called the pulp, which contains nerves and blood vessels. Deep decay, a crack, or trauma can let bacteria infect this pulp, causing severe pain or abscesses. During a root canal, we gently create a tiny opening in the tooth, remove the infected tissue, meticulously clean and disinfect the internal root canals, and seal it with a rubber-like material. Afterward, we protect the weakened tooth with a sturdy, custom crown.

• The Benefit: Despite its old reputation, modern root canals are pain-relief procedures. They eliminate intense toothaches and allow you to keep your natural tooth instead of pulling it.