Extractions and Root Canals at Willeri Dental
When Tooth Extractions Are Necessary
Despite our best efforts, there are times when a tooth extraction is necessary. If a tooth is severely decayed and can’t be restored through a root canal, an extraction may be in order. Extractions may also be in order in the case of impacted wisdom teeth.
We can determine if your tooth can be saved or requires an extraction. Rest assured, that if an extraction is necessary, we provide sedation options so you will be completely comfortable during the procedure.
Tooth Extraction
Root Canals
Our dentist is highly experienced in performing root canals, so you don’t have to go elsewhere. A root canal treatment is carried out when the nerve of a tooth is affected by decay or infection.
Traditionally, these teeth would have been extracted, but in the long term, that has significant impacts on our remaining teeth and will be very costly to fix. Root canal treatments prevent these problems by allowing us to keep our teeth.
There is a very commonly held belief that root canal treatments are excruciating. However, the reality is that a root canal treatment should be no more uncomfortable than any other regular dental procedure. Following root canal treatment, we recommend that a crown be placed over the top of the tooth to reinforce and strengthen it.
Symptoms a Root Canal May Be In Order
If you experience one or more of the following symptoms, you may require a root canal:
- An abscess on the gums, possibly accompanied by a bad taste in the mouth
- Acute sensitivity to hot or cold
- Severe toothache
- Pain from biting
- Swelling of the gums
Root Canal
Alternatives to Root Canal
How Can We Help?
If you are experiencing tooth pain or sensitivity, we encourage you to contact Willeri Dental in Parkwood today to book an appointment!
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