Root Canal Treatment

A root canal can repair and save a decayed or infected tooth. The root canal procedure removes the nerve and pulp of the tooth; and then cleans and seals it. Without this procedure, the tooth may become severely infected, and an abscess may form.

Why Does a Patient Need a Root Canal?

A patient may need a root canal if the nerve and pulp become irritated, inflamed, or infected because decay reached the center of the tooth. This can happen because a cavity has been left untreated, there’s a crack in the tooth, or it has been otherwise compromised.

What to Expect with a Root Canal?

A root canal can take more than one office visit, and either a dentist or an endodontist can perform it. The dental professional will take a radiograph of the tooth to see if the infection has affected the surrounding bone. Local anesthesia will be applied, and then the area will be dried. A rubber dam will be placed to keep the tooth completely dry.

An access cavity is made into the tooth after which the decay and other debris are removed with a file. The final step is sealing the tooth. For infections, the dentist will put medication inside of the tooth to treat it.

Contact Us for a Root Canal in Simi Valley

Contact us at 805-581-0144 for more information about root canals in Simi Valley. We are committed to helping you improve and maintain optimal oral health.

Location: 1720 E Los Angeles Ave #224 Simi Valley, CA 93065