Root Canal in Maryville Stops Pain and Restores Function

Root canal therapy helps restore your tooth’s health and function, preventing the need for extraction. We recommend root canals when the pulp tissue inside a tooth becomes damaged, typically due to decay, injury, or multiple dental procedures. Here’s why a root canal in Maryville is an excellent choice:

• Keep Your Natural Tooth: We remove only the infected tissue, preserving the tooth and avoiding an extraction.
• Stop the Pain: Root canal therapy provides immediate relief by eliminating the infection that causes pain.
• Prevent Further Issues: Treating the infection early helps avoid abscesses, further tooth damage, and the loss of nearby teeth.
• Restore Function: After treatment, you can chew, speak, and smile like before.
• Support Overall Oral Health: By saving your natural tooth, we help maintain the alignment of your teeth and preserve bone structure.
  

Breaking Down Root Canal Therapy at Spencer Dental

Root canals aren’t what they used to be. Many patients expect pain during root canal therapy, but with our modern technology and gentle techniques, the procedure feels more like a deep filling. We focus on patient comfort, ensuring that you’re at ease.

At Spencer Dental, we combine advanced technology with a gentle approach to make root canal therapy as efficient, accurate, and comfortable as possible. We perform every step of the process in-house, which ensures a smooth and consistent experience.

Step 1: Thorough Diagnosis with Advanced Imaging

Your treatment journey begins with a comprehensive evaluation. Dr. Spencer uses digital X-rays and an advanced CBCT scanner to get a 3D view of your tooth, allowing us to pinpoint the infection and create a personalized treatment plan. We’ll explain your options, discuss treatment costs, and help you understand any available insurance benefits or financing options.

Step 2: Comfort-Focused Anesthesia

To ensure you remain comfortable throughout the procedure, we apply local anesthesia to numb the area completely. We offer a calming environment for added relaxation, ensuring you feel at ease with simple comforts like blankets and fresh water.

Step 3: Removing the Infection

Once you’re comfortable, the dentist carefully creates a small opening in the top of the tooth. We then remove the infected pulp and clean out the root canals. We efficiently and precisely remove all infected tissue using an electric handpiece while protecting the surrounding tooth structure.

Step 4: Sealing the Canals

After cleaning, we fill the canals with a biocompatible material to prevent future infections. We place a post to strengthen the tooth and ensure its stability if necessary. This step seals the tooth, creating a strong base for restoration.

Step 5: Restoring Your Tooth—and Your Smile

Once the infection is gone, we restore the tooth with a durable crown, custom-designed to match your smile and bite. Our in-house scanning and design tools ensure a precise fit and natural appearance. We hope you leave with a restored tooth and a refreshed smile.

Who Needs a Root Canal?

Dr. Spencer will examine your symptoms and use advanced imaging to determine if a root canal is the right treatment for you. We’ll discuss all your options and help you make an informed decision.

Root canal therapy might be necessary if you’re experiencing symptoms such as:

• Lingering tooth pain or sensitivity to hot and cold
• Swelling in the gums or jaw
• A darkened or discolored tooth
• Pain when chewing or biting
• A visible abscess or pimple on the gums

Molar Root Canals

Molar root canals are dental procedures performed to treat infection or inflammation within the pulp of a molar tooth. Because molars have multiple roots and complex canal systems, these treatments can be more intricate than those on front teeth. The procedure involves cleaning out the infected tissue, disinfecting the canals, and sealing them to prevent future issues. Root canals on molars help preserve the natural tooth and maintain proper chewing function.

Root Canals in Young Patients

Root canals in young patients are carefully performed to treat deep decay or trauma while preserving the developing tooth structure. Special attention is given to maintaining the health of surrounding tissues to support normal jaw growth and future dental development.

Contact Us and Let’s Get to the Root of It!

Tooth pain can significantly impact your quality of life, but root canal therapy at Spencer Dental can help restore your tooth and relieve your discomfort. Don’t wait for the pain to worsen—schedule a consultation with us today, and let’s work together to find the best solution for your oral health.