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Root Canal Therapy in Lakeway, TX

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Root Canal Therapy in Lakeway, TX

root canal therapy austin tx

Root canal therapy is required when a tooth’s nerve is infected or decayed. The pulp (the live tissue inside the tooth), nerves, germs, and any decay are removed to save the tooth, and the resulting space is filled with special, medicated dental materials that restore the tooth to full function.

A root canal is the therapy of choice at Lake Travis Family & Cosmetic Dentistry for saving a tooth that would otherwise die and have to be extracted. Many patients rightfully assume that eliminating a problem tooth is the best treatment and our team only performs root canal therapy near you when necessary.

How Is Root Canal Therapy Performed?

A dentist near you from Lake Travis Family & Cosmetic Dentistry or an endodontist can perform a root canal procedure in one or several appointments.

A rubber dam, a sheet made of rubber, will be placed around the tooth while it is numb to keep it dry and free of saliva. On top of the tooth, several root canal files are inserted one by one, extracting the pulp, nerve tissue, and bacteria.

If there is tooth decay, it will be treated with special dental devices. After the tooth has been fully cleaned, it will be sealed with either a permanent or temporary filling if more appointments are required.

The roots and internal cavity of the tooth will be filled and sealed with specific dental materials during the next session, which is generally a week later. We will fill the opening on top of the tooth with a filling. A dental crown, or dental cap, should be placed on all teeth with root canal therapy. This will safeguard the tooth, preventing it from fracturing and restoring its full functionality.

After treatment, your tooth may remain sensitive, but this will fade as the inflammation subsides and the tooth heals. After each appointment, you will be given information on how to take care of yourself. Your root canal treatment will last longer if you practice good oral hygiene and visit the dentist regularly.

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