Root Canal Therapy in Plano, TX
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Contact UsWhat Is Root Canal Therapy?
Damaged or decayed teeth are generally treated utilizing a filling, inlay, or onlay when they are detected and dealt with in the early stages. However, as the decay makes it to the center of the tooth (also referred to as the pulp), a root canal is sometimes needed to restore dental health and protect the tooth from extraction. A root canal is a specialized procedure performed at Urgent Family Dentistry to extract infected pulp tissue and restructure the affected tooth to regain dental function. Dr. Cigdem Er and Dr. Yaser Hamdan treat abscessed or centrally damaged teeth by performing thorough root canal therapy, along with sedation dentistry to further enhance patient relaxation. If you suffer from an extremely damaged or infected tooth, contact our Plano, TX practice to learn more about root canal therapy.
What Are the Benefits of Root Canal Therapy?
Root canal therapy at Urgent Family Dentistry in Plano, TX, addresses severe dental issues while preserving your natural teeth. This procedure not only relieves pain and restores functionality but also helps maintain the natural appearance of your smile. This procedure provides several key benefits, such as:
- Relieving pain: Eliminates discomfort caused by infection or damage.
- Preventing spread: Stops infection from affecting nearby teeth.
- Preserving teeth: Saves the natural tooth, avoiding extraction.
- Restoring function: Restores normal chewing and biting.
- Enhancing aesthetics: Maintains a natural, healthy-looking smile.
- Long-lasting solution: Provides durability for many years.
- Avoiding invasive procedures: Prevents the need for complex treatments later.
Am I A Candidate for a Root Canal?
Damaged tooth pulp can be a result of extreme cavities, a deep break, or a wound. During your visit, our providers will take a digital scan and perform an oral assessment to find out if a root canal or other therapy is needed to alleviate tooth discomfort and improve your dental health.
Regular symptoms that might indicate the need for a root canal are stabbing or dull oral aches, other persistent oral discomfort, discomfort while biting, and sensitivity to higher or mild temperatures. You could also see puffiness focused around the lower face or gums, a pus-filled boil around the gum tissues, or alteration in the color of a tooth following an injury.
What Is the Root Canal Process?
Modern techniques are employed to boost your comfort during your root canal procedure. At our Plano, TX practice, root canals are performed under local anesthesia and may be coupled with sedation techniques to keep you at ease. Once the tooth is numb, a cover is placed to shield your surrounding mouth structures. The impacted region will then be exposed through a tiny opening created in the upper part of the tooth. The pulp, which is the part that consists of the nerve center and blood supply for each tooth, will be removed, and the area will be reshaped with advanced endodontic instruments prior to being entirely disinfected. We will then protect the infected tooth with a temporary crown to encourage the healing period.
Urgent Family Dentistry Reviews
Dr. Hamdan and his team were very nice and professional. He explains everything very thoroughly and avoids extra unnecessary work. He did my root canal and crown the same day and I am very happy with the result. I definitely recommend him.
They treated the pain problem I had in my tooth for a long time on the same day. I am doctor Çiğdem's patient and I had root canal treatment. Ms. Çiğdem and her assistants are very professional and polite people. I looked for a dentist for months, went to many places, they gave very expensive prices and I could not trust them, then I met the Urgent Family and of course I met the doctor Ms. Çiğdem and I am very happy. Everyone here is great . I would like to thank Urgent Family for the service they provided 🙏🏻✨
Best service around. I was having an issue with a tooth that needed an immediate root canal. Urgent Family Dental made sure to go above and beyond to fix my problem! Thanks again.
I absolutely love this place! The staff is all so kind, supportive and knowledgeable! I had a really painful infection that suddenly popped up on Christmas and they were able to get me in immediately. I had a root canal done and I had no pain what so ever. Everything healed quickly as well. This office truly cares.
Would absolutely recommend Dr. Hamdan and his great team at Urgent Family Dentistry! My boyfriend had a root canal abscess that seemingly popped up over the course of two days. It was a Saturday night and we felt pressed for time given the potential severity. I called Urgent Family Dentistry as soon as they opened on Sunday and was given a same-day appointment on the spot. We arrived at 12:50 for a 1pm appointment, filled out the paperwork, got in the chair within 5 minutes, and we were out the door within 15 after that. The young man that helped get his x-rays done was so kind and made my boyfriend, who is usually quite anxious about dental work, feel very comfortable. Dr. Hamdan was very kind and welcoming, and providing a detailed referral to an excellent and highly-rated endodontist immediately upon seeing my boyfriend’s tooth. The staff were all kind and patient, and Dr. Hamdan in particular is very gifted at what he does and was very thorough both with the examination and with helping his staff. We hope we will not run into a dental emergency again, but if we do, we will surely come here to see Dr. Hamdan and his staff again. Thanks y’all <3
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Save Your Tooth from Removal
Cracked or infected teeth could cause a large number of dental and overall wellness concerns if overlooked or not taken care of. Nevertheless, with advances in contemporary dental care, a root canal offered at Urgent Family Dentistry can be a beneficial way to restore your tooth and your oral health. Contact our office in Plano, TX to schedule an appointment with Dr. Er or Dr. Hamdan to hear more about our methods for endodontic treatment.
What to Expect Following Your Treatment
Any dental pain you were experiencing before your endodontic therapy should start to fade once the root canal is over. Store-bought pain relievers may also be utilized to lessen any aches or swelling that develops after your appointment. Providers will plan a follow-up appointment a few weeks later so they can assess your recovery. Teeth restored with endodontic therapy are more vulnerable to trauma and often require the defense of a customized crown once totally recovered. A custom-made restoration can then be designed to return the function and natural look to your tooth.
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About UsRoot Canal Therapy FAQs
Why is a root canal needed?
Root canal therapy is necessary when the pulp inside the tooth, consisting of blood vessels and nerves, becomes infected or damaged. This can happen due to a variety of reasons including decay, repeated dental procedures on the tooth, or a crack or chip in the tooth. Without treatment, the infection can worsen, leading to pain and possibly an abscess.
Are root canal procedures painful?
Many endodontic procedures, including root canals, are performed to relieve toothache caused by pulp inflammation or infection. With modern techniques and anesthetics, most patients are comfortable during the procedure. Some sensitivity post-treatment is normal and can be managed with over-the-counter pain relievers.
What’s the difference between a root canal and an extraction?
The key difference is that root canal therapy aims to save the natural tooth, while an extraction involves removing the tooth entirely. Root canals treat the damaged pulp inside a tooth, preserving its natural structure, whereas extractions are usually a last resort when a tooth cannot be saved.
How long does a root canal treatment take?
The duration of a root canal treatment can vary depending on the complexity of the case and the specific tooth involved. Generally, a root canal procedure can be completed in one to two visits to the dentist or endodontist. Each session may last between 30 minutes to over an hour.
Can a tooth that has had a root canal get infected again?
Yes, a tooth that has undergone root canal therapy can become re-infected. This could happen due to several reasons, such as an undetected crack in the root of the tooth, a faulty crown or filling that allows bacteria to seep in, or not getting the crown placed soon enough after the procedure. If a treated tooth does become re-infected, additional endodontic treatment or surgery may be necessary.
What should I avoid doing after a root canal procedure?
After a root canal procedure, our dentists advise patients to avoid chewing or biting on the treated tooth until it has been fully restored by a dentist with a permanent filling or crown. This precaution helps prevent the fragile tooth from breaking. Patients should also avoid foods that are particularly hard, chewy, or sticky until the final restoration is complete.