Saving Your Natural Tooth with Gentle Root Canal Therapy
Inside every tooth is a soft tissue called the pulp, which contains nerves, blood vessels, and connective tissue. When the pulp becomes infected or inflamed โ due to deep decay, a cracked tooth, or trauma โ it can cause significant pain and, if left untreated, lead to abscess and tooth loss. Root canal therapy removes the infected pulp, cleans and shapes the root canals, and seals the tooth to prevent reinfection.
Despite their reputation, modern root canals are not the painful procedures they were once thought to be. With today's anesthetics and techniques, most patients report that a root canal feels similar to getting a filling. In fact, the procedure relieves the pain caused by the infection rather than causing it.
After root canal therapy, the tooth is typically restored with a crown to protect it from fracture. A tooth that has had a root canal can last a lifetime with proper care. At Integrity Dental Group, we perform root canal therapy with precision and compassion, serving patients throughout Chagrin Falls, Bainbridge, Auburn, Solon, Twinsburg, Aurora, and Moreland Hills.
The Root Canal Therapy Process
Diagnosis & Anesthesia
We take X-rays to assess the extent of infection and administer local anesthesia to ensure you are completely comfortable.
Pulp Removal
A small opening is made in the crown of the tooth, and the infected pulp tissue is carefully removed from the canals.
Cleaning & Shaping
The root canals are cleaned, shaped, and disinfected using specialized instruments to eliminate all bacteria.
Sealing & Restoration
The canals are filled with a biocompatible material called gutta-percha and sealed. A crown is typically placed to protect the tooth.
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Call us at (440) 708-0900 or book online. We serve Chagrin Falls, Bainbridge, Solon, Aurora, Twinsburg, and surrounding communities.
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