Root canal treatment at our Bonita Springs, FL dental office typically takes two appointments to complete; one to have the root canal performed and another to have your permanent dental crown placed. Most root canals are completed in one appointment and only require a second one if retreatment is needed. The appointment is anywhere between 90 minutes and two hours. Keep in mind that since a permanent dental crown needs to be made, you’ll need to wear a temporary dental crown until we receive your permanent one from a trusted dental lab. After fabrication, you’ll come back in about two weeks to have your permanent crown fitted.
Root Canal Treatment - Bonita Springs, FL
Eliminating Pain & Saving Teeth
Pelican Landing is the Best Choice for Root Canal Therapy
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The Root Canal Process
- We’ll Completely Numb Your Mouth
- You May Qualify for Sedation Dentistry
- We’ll Access the Inside of the Tooth
- The Infected Tissue Is Removed
- The Tooth Is Sanitized & Filled
- In Most Cases, a Dental Crown Is Placed On Top
What is Root Canal Therapy?
Root canal therapy involves removing damaged or infected pulp tissue from inside a tooth. This way, we can quickly alleviate pain and stop a serious infection from spreading while preserving your natural tooth structure. With the help of our modern technology, sedation options, and our experienced dentists, root canal therapy is generally no more painful than getting a large filling!
When is Root Canal Therapy Required?
- The Pulp of a Tooth is Infected
- A Tooth Has Decayed & Can’t Be Fixed with a Filling
- Severe Damage to a Tooth Has Occurred
Root canals are indicated for several different reasons. Perhaps the most common reason for root canal treatment is severe decay. Tooth decay often grows to a point where it encroaches on the pulp. While sometimes this is reversible with a simple filling, often it has progressed past the point of repair. Teeth with severe fractures or trauma often require root canals as well. The fracture allows for a path of entry for bacteria into the pulp chamber of a tooth. Once exposed, the damage is irreversible.
The Benefits of Root Canal Therapy
- Faster Recovery Than a Tooth Extraction
- Relieve Dental Pain Right Away
- Preserves Natural Healthy Tooth Structure
- Saves You Time & Money on Tooth Replacement
Although recent advances in dentistry allow us to replace teeth with bridges or implants, it is important to note that no replacement will ever be as good as a natural tooth. A root canal can save a tooth from being lost. This helps maintain chewing efficiency, esthetics, and facial form. If a root canal is needed, we encourage this procedure to be completed as soon as possible. After all, our goal is to give you healthy teeth and gums for life!
Dangers of Postponing Root Canal Therapy
- Worsening Pain
- Infection Spreading to Other Teeth
- Tooth Loss & Jawbone Damage
- In Severe Cases, A Risk to Your Overall Health
