Why Root Canals Aren't All That Bad | Snohomish Dentist

Going to the dentist is always a cause for concern because you never know what is going on in our mouths. When a checkup goes swimmingly, you know you’ve been taking good care of your teeth. But if you find out you’ve developed some tooth decay, there is cause for concern – you’re going to need a root canal. A root canal is a surgical procedure that will try to save what’s left of your dying tooth, allowing the dentist to preserve the tooth’s shell and root with the help of fine drills. Once the decayed pulp is removed, the dentist will replace it with a synthetic resin that will add strength to the tooth roots, providing a base for a crown that will act like a normal tooth, without the need for a bridge or implant.

After the root canal, the dentist will have a lab create a crown, which will be cemented onto the resin built up within the root. And there you have it – a brand-new tooth restoration so natural looking, you won’t even know it is a fake. Bonus? Because the nerve tissue is removed, it will feel no pain, and because the crown is synthetic, it will not decay.

Root canals aren’t fun, but they serve a purpose – they remove damaged, dying tooth pulp from within the tooth, allowing the patient to keep the tooth in place, minimize bone loss, and prevent infection or decay from spreading. You may take great care of your teeth, but when something unpreventable arises, it’s nice to know you have alternatives.

If you would like more information about root canals, call Dr. Haines in Snohomish, WA at 360-568-8577 or visit www.tedhainesdds.com.

Dr. Haines proudly serves Snohomish, Monroe, Lake Stevens, Everett, Mill Creek, Woodinville, and surrounding areas.