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Why Would You Need Root Canal Therapy?
Try as you may to protect your teeth; at some point, you may develop a severe infection or suffer tooth damage that requires a root canal to fix. Fortunately, root canals are routine treatments that can often be completed in one dental visit. At Westwood Village Smiles, we offer root canal therapy to our Los Angeles, California patients. The answers to these FAQs explain the root canal therapy procedure so you’ll know what to expect.
What is a root canal, and why would I need it?
Teeth are composed of several layers, which help protect your tooth’s inner chamber or pulp, which contains its connective tissues, blood vessels, and nerves. A root canal is a dental procedure used to treat severe decay, infection, or damage to the pulp of your tooth by having the infected pulp removed.
Dr. Guillen will drill your tooth to access the pulp and remove it, along with all the diseased tissues. We’ll then disinfect your tooth and its canals to remove any remaining infection that could put healthy teeth at risk. After cleaning your tooth, we’ll seal it with a special filling to avoid future decay. Finally, we’ll crown your tooth to fortify it for future use.
Are root canals painful?
Thanks to anesthesia, root canals are painless, stress-free treatments. In fact, this procedure will eliminate pain by removing the infection in your tooth.
How long does a root canal take?
Root canals can take thirty to ninety minutes to complete, depending on the complexity of your treatment. Your dentist can usually complete the procedure in one visit. You’ll likely need a second dental visit to crown your tooth.
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What’s the alternative to root canal therapy?
The alternative to a root canal is having the tooth removed. You’ll lose your tooth anyway if you do nothing to curtail the infection. In the meantime, however, the disease could spread to nearby teeth, worsening your condition. A root canal allows Dr. Guillen to save your tooth for future use.
What are some signs that I may need a root canal?
Here are some signs that you may need a root canal:
- Gum swelling or tenderness near a certain tooth
- Abscessed tooth
- Severe toothache
- Painful chewing
- Persistent tooth sensitivity
- Tooth discoloration
Can a root canal be used to treat an abscessed tooth?
A root canal is an effective tooth abscess treatment. It rids your tooth of the bacterial infection causing the abscess so it can heal. A root canal will also eliminate fever, foul breath, pockets of pus, and other painful symptoms accompanying an abscessed tooth.
Where can I go for painless root canal therapy near me?
If you live in or near Los Angeles, visit Westwood Village Smiles for pain-free root canal treatment. Call (310) 254-9355 to schedule an appointment with Dr. Jose Omar Guillen.
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Dr. Jose Omar Guillen
Dr. Jose Omar Guillen, DDS, is renowned as one of LA’s top dentists and is known for his dedication to personalized and technologically advanced care. At his practice, Westwood Village Smiles near UCLA, Dr. Guillen creates a comfortable environment for patients of all ages. A biochemistry graduate from UCSD, he earned his dental degree from the prestigious University of the Pacific and pursued further training in Oral Surgery at Yale. Dr. Guillen stays abreast of advanced techniques like 3-D imaging and Invisalign®. Also, a global educator and humanitarian, he enhances dental practices worldwide. Trust him for your care.Connect with Dr. Jose Omar Guillen on Linkedin
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