Root Canals
Root Canals in St. Johns, FL
Our enamel protects the pulp (tissue inside our tooth) from infection. However, when a cracked tooth or cavity is ignored for far too long, it leads to pain, inflammation, and infection, which could warrant root canal therapy.
Fortunately, Dr. Neal Patel and Dr. Alesia Apana perform root canals to prevent pulling a tooth. So, book root canal therapy at Vitalize Dental if you have damage or an infection that requires root canal treatment.
How It Works
Typically, the inside of a tooth is protected by its hard exterior. When that exterior is damaged through injury or decay, bacteria can enter the inside of the tooth and cause a painful infection. Typically, dentists weigh two treatment options when deep root canal infections occur: root canal vs. extraction. If the tooth root and some dental structures can be saved, root canal therapy is the less invasive option.
Root canal treatment is used to treat a tooth with an internal infection. During the root canal procedure, we carefully remove the pulp inside the tooth, then clean, disinfect and shape the root canals. After the treatment, a flexible, rubbery material fills the empty canals, and a temporary filling reseals the tooth until we can place a final restoration.
When a custom-made dental crown returns from our dental laboratory, we fit and permanently place it to protect the tooth from further damage.
When to Call the Dentist
Typically, the inside of a tooth is protected by its hard exterior. When that exterior is damaged through injury or decay, bacteria can enter the inside of the tooth and cause a painful infection. Typically, dentists weigh two treatment options when deep root canal infections occur: root canal vs. extraction. If the tooth root and some dental structures can be saved, root canal therapy is the less invasive option.
Root canal treatment is used to treat a tooth with an internal infection. During the root canal procedure, we carefully remove the pulp inside the tooth, then clean, disinfect and shape the root canals. After the treatment, a flexible, rubbery material fills the empty canals, and a temporary filling reseals the tooth until we can place a final restoration.
When a custom-made dental crown returns from our dental laboratory, we fit and permanently place it to protect the tooth from further damage.
Feel Relief with Root Canals from our St. Johns and Jacksonville Dentists
At Vitalize Dental, Dr. Patel and Dr. Apana strive to provide excellent and affordable dental care when our patients need it most. If you suspect you’re suffering from symptoms of an inner-tooth infection, contact our experienced, gentle team for root canal therapy. Call 904-730-1420 or conveniently schedule an appointment online for root canal therapy in St. Johns, FL.
