When the dental pulp of a tooth becomes damaged, decayed, or infected, treatment must be provided to eliminate the problems inside the root of the tooth before the restorative dentist can rebuild it. Dental pulp is the tiny bundle of nerves, blood vessels, specialized cells, and tissues that contribute to the development of teeth. It is the damage or inflammation of this bundle of nerves and tissues that results in severe dental pain. Root canal therapy is the process of cleaning this area inside the tooth and removing the damaged or infected pulp. It is important to have this area cleaned effectively to remove the source of any infection before it can spread further into surrounding teeth and gum tissue. Endodontists provide much of this care using an operating microscope.
Some situations that may cause improper healing after an initial root canal treatment include:
Cracking, fracturing, or other physical damage to a restored tooth can also result in a need for further endodontic treatment. Call 218.625.8630 to schedule an appointment if you are bothered by a tooth that has previously received root canal treatment.
Patients may encounter problems related to the health of dental pulp after severe physical impact on a tooth. Lake Superior Endodontics provides specialized care after a patient's oral health has been affected by traumatic injury. Dr. Zbaracki can examine dislodged teeth, inspect for pulp damage, and treat accordingly. For teeth that are badly damaged, Dr. Zbaracki will provide endodontic treatment and restorative measures as necessary to save the teeth.
Call Lake Superior Endodontics at 218.625.8630 to schedule a visit.