Root Canals In Columbia, MO
We fully realize there are five words most people don't want to hear: "You need a root canal." We want you to think about five other words: "You can keep your tooth!!" Root canal treatment is still the best way we have to restore a badly damaged or infected tooth so you won't have to lose it. Even a tooth that looks and feels normal may need this service to avoid more serious problems that will lead to loss of the tooth.
The Benefits Of Root Canal Therapy
Health Benefits : Root canals get rid of harmful infection before it can spread to your other teeth, or cause serious health problems. A Lasting Smile : Using a root canal, your dentist can save a tooth that would normally require extraction and help your smile last longer. Comfort and Relief : Root canals provide comfort and relief for patients who are suffering from a serious, chronic tooth infection. Your root canal will alleviate your toothache and all of the other symptoms that have been making your day-to-day life more difficult.
The Root Canal Procedure
First, and most important, we will make sure all of your questions have been answered. Your comfort is very important to us. Dr. Miller will make every effort to minimize any pain you might experience. In fact, most people say they didn't have any pain! We are very proud of that fact! You will likely have a mouth prop placed between your back teeth to help you keep open and rest your jaw muscles and a rubber sheet (called a dental dam) placed around your tooth to isolate it from contamination and protect your airway. We will use various devices and products to fully cleanse, disinfect, shape, and fill each canal in every root. Our goal is long-term success and function, therefore, you will need a final restoration (most often a crown) to finish and protect the tooth. You may be prescribed medication before and/or after your procedure.
Dr. Miller has literally done thousands of root canal procedures helping thousands of people keep teeth that would otherwise be lost. He makes every effort to make all treatment as painless as possible with superior outcomes. We encourage you to learn more about what we provide and how we can help. If you have any questions, please contact us by calling (573) 446-2687 . We're always happy to hear from you!
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