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Root Canal Therapy in Lubbock TX with W Dentistry

At W Dentistry, our goal is to stop dental problems before they start so you can avoid things like root canals and extractions, but sometimes, despite your and our best efforts, a root canal might be necessary.

If the nerve in the center of your tooth gets infected by bacteria due to decay, cracks or fractures, or if it gets inflamed from trauma or heavy grinding to the point that it dies and you want to keep your tooth, it is necessary to remove the nerve from the tooth and disinfect the space it occupied. This is what a root canal procedure does. Avoiding a root canal when one is necessary can lead to painful, serious infections and abscesses. With our high-tech dental care and experienced dental team, we will make you comfortable and restore your infected tooth to optimal health.

How do I know if Root Canal Therapy Is Right For Me?

If you’re suffering from a constant toothache or intense tooth sensitivity, this may be a sign of tooth decay, cracks, or an infection of the nerve on your tooth. When you have a cavity, the bacteria and decay are contained to the outermost layer of the tooth. If left untreated at this stage, the decay continues to spread toward the nerve in the center of the tooth, causing a painful toothache. Other symptoms that may occur are swollen areas or “pimples” on your gums. Most root canals are the result of untreated decay, injuries, or accidents where the teeth can crack. That being said, if you have experienced a broken tooth, ensure you come in to see our dentists at W Dentistry to get it checked out right away…sometimes we can fix the problem without a root canal if we catch it early enough.

Root Canal Dental Care Process at W Dentistry of Lubbock

Root canal therapy consists of removing the infected nerve and vascular tissue from inside the tooth’s pulp chamber. Before we begin your root canal, we will explain the procedure and make sure you’re comfortable and numb so you don’t feel any discomfort throughout the process. Next, we will remove any sign of decay or infection inside the tooth and close up the tooth with a filling. Sometimes, a root canal may take two visits to completely cleanse and disinfect the tooth. After you heal from the root canal, we may plan to place a dental crown to restore your tooth’s look, shape, and function while also restoring your tooth’s strength. We are with you at every step of the process, making the root canal therapy process a stress-free, painless procedure leaving you with a healthy, comfortable smile.