Once the area is numbed, the dentist will drill into the tooth to remove the infected pulp. They use small, thin instruments to do this.
The dentist will then clean the root canal and fill it with a synthetic filler to prevent bacteria from refilling it.
The final steps in a root canal are inserting a filling and sealing the tooth so no bacteria can re-enter. You will likely need a crown to protect the tooth. The dentist can put a temporary one on while your custom one is made or you can get your permanent crown the same day if the office has an on-site lab to make it. Come in for an exam and cleaning so you can avoid a root canal! Call or book now!
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