At RSN Dental PC, we provide endodontic treatments to patients in Staten Island. Endodontic treatments, such as a root canal, can help patients recover from tooth infections and help maintain optimal oral health. If you’re dealing with chronic tooth pain, reach out to us right away. We will schedule an appointment and provide the treatment you need.
When a tooth becomes infected, that infection can spread into the center of the tooth. This area is called the dental pulp. Inside of the dental pulp is the nerves, connective tissue, and blood vessels. All of the sensitive areas of the tooth are contained here. As such, when the area becomes infected it can be incredibly painful, requiring immediate treatment. We can perform a root canal quickly on people living in and around the Staten Island area.
A root canal endodontic procedure works by creating a small hole in the tooth so that all of the infected areas can be removed. The dental pulp is removed, and oftentimes so are the roots. You only need your tooth roots to feel sensations like hot and cold and for the tooth to grow in. Once it has fully matured, removing the roots will not directly harm the tooth. It can, however, prevent the further spread of infection so when it is necessary to remove the roots; we promptly do so. Once done, we will clean the area to ensure that the infection is gone. We will typically prescribe antibiotics, as well. This ensures that any lingering infection is eliminated.
In order to complete the root canal, we will seal up the hole and area where the dental pulp used to be. This is typically done with something called gutta-percha. This is a rubber-like substance that can help to stabilize the tooth now that a portion is missing. At RSN Dental PC, we will then use a filling or crown in order to further strengthen and protect the damaged tooth. Both fillings and crowns can now be created in a tooth-color. This means that regardless of where your infected tooth is located, a crown can be used, and it will blend in seamlessly with the surrounding teeth. Patients throughout the Staten Island area appreciate how natural their tooth looks once the procedure is complete.
Our office offers root canal treatments as part of our comprehensive dental services. If you’re dealing with chronic tooth pain, contact us right away so we can evaluate your teeth and provide the right course of treatment. For those needing a root canal, we perform them in our Staten Island office. After the procedure, Dr. Shikhmanter will carefully close the area and seal it with a crown or a filling. This step ensures protection against bacteria.
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We work to help patients to feel comfortable during their root canal endodontics procedure by using sedation dentistry. We have a variety of ways that we can eliminate both discomfort and anxiety during a root canal. Whether a patient needs to take something ahead of time to relax or medication to numb the specific area that is being worked on, we can provide painless dentistry and help patients enjoy their dental treatments.
In the past, many people would need to have their teeth pulled if they became severely infected or the dental pulp became inflamed. Now, those same teeth can be saved by performing a root canal. This is a far better option because it keeps the natural tooth in place. This is important for the shape of the face because as teeth fall out the muscles in the face can start to sag. While this is not particularly common with the loss of one tooth, it is when several become infected and fall out. By treating and saving an infected tooth, we are helping to preserve our patients' facial structure.
Another benefit is that once the root canal has been completed, and the filling or crown is in place; it is possible to eat like normal and without restrictions. Once the infection is gone, and the tooth is strengthened, it will behave like it used to. That makes it possible to bite down with normal force, chew, and maintain normal activities without worrying about the tooth. This helps patients throughout Staten Island get back to return to their busy schedules.
A restored tooth will look completely natural if a tooth-colored crown or filling is used to restore it. In fact, crowns can be created in the exact shade of the surrounding teeth so that it blends in perfectly. This way no one will know that you ever had a procedure completed. If, in fact, you had a root canal done previously, you may want to have the filling or crown around it replaced with today's version for an improved appearance.
Alternatively, if don't have a root canal endodontics procedure completed, the infected tooth will likely need to be pulled. This is essential for preventing the spread of infection. Once the tooth is removed it will need to be replaced. The options for doing so involve wearing a denture, getting a dental bridge or having dental implants installed. These are all viable solutions but take additional time, and the recovery period is longer since the procedures will take several steps. Therefore, one possible solution is for us to attempt to save your tooth by performing a root canal endodontics procedure. To learn more about this option call RSN Dental PC at 347-344-5806 and schedule an appointment.
A root canal is an endodontic procedure that involves drilling a hole in the center of the tooth to remove an infection. If you have an infection that extends into the dental pulp of the tooth, Dr. Shikhmanter will perform an evaluation and remove the infection. The infection is treated by removing the infected roots to prevent further spreading.
Even if you faithfully brush and floss your teeth, you may experience a tooth infection. This can happen from an abscess, a cracked tooth, or nerve damage. The disease can spread deep into the tooth, harming the nerves and tissues in the tooth’s pulp. This can cause severe pain in your mouth and lead to more serious issues if left untreated.
If you live in the Staten Island area, call (347) 344-5806 to schedule your dental exam so that you can remain in good health or receive treatment for a current condition.
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You don’t have to wait for treatment when you need a root canal in Staten Island. Contact RSN Dental PC today and let us know what your oral health needs are. We will schedule an appointment as soon as possible. We look forward to helping you maintain optimal dental health.
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