Root Canals

Contrary to popular belief, a root canal is actually a great way to save a tooth.  You should consider yourself lucky if the dentist recommends root canal therapy, because it means you might get to keep your natural tooth!  The only alternative would be to extract the tooth and replace it with a prosthetic, a much more costly and time-consuming procedure.

To understand root canal therapy, you must know about the structure of a tooth.  Inside the hard outer layers of your tooth lives a system of tissues, nerves, and blood cells called the pulp.  The pulp runs through root canals in the tooth. These canals allow blood to bring nourishment to and, remove waste from the tooth.

A root canal becomes necessary when a deep cavity or fracture extends into the pulp and allows bacteria to invade the inner chambers of the tooth.  Dr. Deb or Dr. Rob can often save a tooth by cleaning the canals, filling them with an inert substance, and sealing the tooth with a crown.  Your original tooth roots remain intact, which is great for your bite, jawbone, and other teeth.

With modern tools and sedation options, root canal therapy is faster and more comfortable than ever.  In fact, our dentists often perform the surgery in just one visit.

Your Smile is Your Greatest Asset!

If you’re ready to experience total comfort and achieve optimal oral health and beauty, call Bethesda Sedation Dentistry today or schedule an appointment online. We will give your smile new life!  Dr. Deb Klotz and Dr. Rob Schlossberg and our dream team proudly serve residents of Bethesda, Potomac, Rockville, Washington DC, Northern Virginia, and beyond.

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