A common misconception is that a root canal is an uncomfortable procedure. Actually, root canals are similar to having a cavity filled, producing minimal discomfort.
Common causes for the need of endodontic treatment:
- Inflamed/infected tooth pulp (the nerve and blood vessels in the tooth)
- Severe sensitivity to hot and cold elements
- Extensive Tooth decay
- Chipped or broken tooth
- Trauma or injury to the tooth
- Swelling or tenderness near the infected tooth
- Repeated dental procedures on a tooth
Please contact our office for an evaluation if you experience any of the symptoms above.
Many root canals can be done in our office; however on some occasions it is necessary to refer a patient to an Endodontist. An Endodontist is a specialist in the area of soft tissue inside the tooth. Endodontists, receive advanced education after graduating from dental school and typically only deal with endodontic-related problems.
Sometimes, even after a root canal, an infection may develope or persist. To clear the root of infection an apicoectomy may be required. During an apicoectomy, the tooth's root tip is removed, along with the infected tissue. A filling is then placed to seal the end of the root. To learn more about an apicoectomy, please watch the video below.
For more information about Endodontics (Root Canal Therapy) please contact our office or visit the American Association of Endodontists website at www.aae.org.
We know that you have many dental offices to choose from. Our patients choose our office because:
- We provide individualized, personal care
- Our staff is highly trained and dedicated to our patients
- We offer in room entertainment to enjoy during your appointments
- Our offices uses the latest cutting-edge technology
- We are a paperless office, utilizing electronic records
- We offer a relaxing, comfortable environment
- We are happy to bill any insurance company on your behalf
- We are a Premier Dentist with Delta Dental
- To help our patients make dentistry affordable, financing is available
Contact our office today to make an appointment or to get more information:
Alder Family Dentistry
8700 NE Hazel Dell Avenue
Vancouver, WA 98665
(360) 574-8700
info@alderdentistry.com
