Save Your Natural Tooth
When the inside of a tooth becomes inflamed, infected, or damaged, root canal treatment can often save the natural tooth and prevent the need for extraction.
Symptoms may include persistent pain, lingering sensitivity to hot or cold, tenderness when biting, swelling, or discoloration. Some teeth requiring root canal treatment, however, cause few or no symptoms.
What Happens During Root Canal Treatment?
Root canal treatment removes damaged or infected tissue from inside the tooth. The canals are then carefully cleaned, disinfected, filled, and sealed.
Depending on the tooth and complexity of the case, treatment may be completed in one visit or require additional appointments. After root canal treatment, the tooth may also require a crown or other restoration to protect it and restore normal function.
Specialized Endodontic Care in Our Office
Princeton Dental Group is a multispecialty practice that includes an endodontist, a dentist with advanced specialty training in diagnosing and treating problems involving the pulp and roots of teeth.
More complex cases, including difficult root canal anatomy, previously treated teeth, cracked teeth, certain dental injuries, and cases requiring endodontic surgery, can be evaluated by our endodontist when appropriate.
Having specialty care available within our practice allows our general dentists and endodontist to communicate directly and coordinate your treatment. We also have 3D CBCT imaging available when additional diagnostic information is useful.
Keeping Your Natural Tooth
Whenever a tooth can predictably and safely be saved, preserving the natural tooth is generally our preference.
Concerned About a Tooth?
If you’re experiencing tooth pain, sensitivity, swelling, or another concern, an evaluation can help identify the cause and determine the appropriate next step.
Call Princeton Dental Group at (609) 924-0796 or schedule an appointment.