Root Canal Therapy in Granada Hills, CA
Severe tooth pain may mean an infected pulp. Root canal therapy at Granada Hills Dental Group clears the infection and saves your tooth from extraction.
Severe tooth pain may mean an infected pulp. Root canal therapy at Granada Hills Dental Group clears the infection and saves your tooth from extraction.
Severe tooth pain, especially lingering pain after hot or cold drinks, can signal that the soft inner pulp of your tooth has become infected. Root canal therapy clears that infection and saves the tooth, putting an end to the pain before it spreads.
At a Glance
- Relieves pain from an infected tooth pulp
- Saves a tooth that might otherwise be lost
- Clears infection to protect surrounding tissue
- Pulpectomy and apicoectomy techniques available
- Thorough diagnosis before treatment begins
What's Included
Root canal therapy, or RCT, is a procedure in which we create a small opening in the affected tooth to reach the infected pulp underneath. Depending on the severity, antibiotics may be used to clear the infection and the infected pulp may be removed. In less serious cases, a partial root canal called a pulpectomy is performed over two steps. For infections that extend beyond the root tip, an apicoectomy may be recommended, after which a biocompatible material called Gutta Percha is used to fill and seal the tooth against reinfection.
Why It Matters
An infected root or pulp will not heal on its own. Left untreated, the infection can cause painful swelling that spreads to other parts of your mouth, face, and head, lead to bone loss around the root, and allow infected fluids to drain into the gums and beyond. Getting timely treatment stops the infection from growing and protects the rest of your mouth.
Gentle Root Canal Care in Granada Hills
Root canals are typically recommended after a thorough examination, but if you have unusual tooth pain and haven't seen a dentist in a while, an infected pulp may be the cause. Our team serves Granada Hills, Northridge, and the surrounding communities. Call (818) 363-0200 today.
Common Questions
Severe tooth pain, particularly pain that lingers long after drinking hot or cold liquids, can indicate an infected pulp. A root canal is usually recommended after a thorough dental examination, so it is best to schedule a visit if you are experiencing unusual tooth pain.
An untreated infection will only grow larger. It can cause swelling that spreads to the mouth, face, and head, lead to bone loss around the root, and allow infected fluids to drain into the gums and even penetrate the cheek. Prompt treatment prevents these complications.
A pulpectomy is a partial root canal used in less serious cases and is performed in two steps to remove infected pulp and clean the canal. An apicoectomy is used when the infection extends beyond the root tip and requires treating the root tip and surrounding tissue through a larger opening.
A tooth can become more fragile after a root canal, and a crown is often recommended to protect and strengthen it. Your dentist will examine the tooth and discuss whether a crown is the best way to restore it.
Ready to Schedule Your Appointment?
Don't ignore ongoing tooth pain. Call Granada Hills Dental Group at (818) 363-0200 to have your tooth examined right away.