Root Canals & Extractions in Broken Arrow
Dentist Broken Arrow
What is Endodontic Therapy?
Root canal treatment is just like any other restorative dental procedure. But unlike fillings, root canals also treat the nerve chamber that runs down the length of your tooth. By removing the nerve and sealing off the canal, we can prevent reinfection and future toothaches. Root canals are considered one of the last options for tooth preservation.
When performed with modern anesthetic medications, you can rest assured that your visit with our Beam team will be as comfortable as possible. Really!
Do I Need a Root Canal?
Endodontic treatment is always necessary when the nerve tissues inside of a tooth become infected or traumatized. This can happen when there are deep cavities, cracks in your tooth enamel, or a visible abscess around the root. Oral trauma may also be to blame for your dental nerve damage.
By removing the dying or diseased nerve and then filling in the open canal, you can preserve the surrounding structure. Dr. Shambille will recommend placing a crown over your tooth since it’s no longer vital and more prone to wear.
Should I Have My Tooth Removed?
While we do our best to help you retain your natural teeth, there’s a time and place where dental extractions may be your best solution. For example, you may want to reach out to our Beam Team if you’re experiencing:
- Severe dental pain
- Advanced stage gum disease
- Broken teeth
- Impacted wisdom teeth
- Dental emergencies
- A traumatic injury
By removing your problematic tooth, we can eliminate the source of pain and help preserve the healthy teeth around it.
Other than wisdom teeth, you’ll want to have a plan for tooth replacement. Options like a dental implant or fixed bridge will fill the open space and prevent your adjacent teeth from tilting inward, preserving normal function.
Call the Beam Team Today
Are you in pain, or do you have an abscessed tooth? Beam Dental is here to provide fast, attentive care. Call our Broken Arrow dentist today to reserve an appointment.