When infection reaches deep inside a tooth, it can cause serious pain. Root canal therapy in San Antonio, TX is a proven way to stop the pain, remove the infection, and protect your natural tooth. At Smiles of Bulverde, we provide safe and gentle care using the latest dental tools. Our goal is to keep your smile healthy and your experience stress-free.
If you wait for too long before getting a root canal, saving your tooth may not be possible. Your tooth may need to be replaced with a bridge, partial denture, or an implant.
Sedation dentistry is specifically designed to ease the fear and anxiety that can come with dental procedures. Our sedation options help patients relax, transforming what could be a stressful visit into a calm and serene experience.
Gentle, stress-free care
Personalized treatment plans
Focused on long-term results
At Smiles of Bulverde, we make root canal therapy in San Antonio simple and gentle. We use the latest technology to make your treatment comfortable and effective. Our team explains each step, so you know exactly what to expect and feel at ease from start to finish.
Root canal therapy in San Antonio removes the source of pain from your tooth. Many patients feel better right after treatment and can go back to eating, smiling, and speaking normally.
Saving your natural tooth helps your whole mouth stay healthy. Root canal therapy helps avoid bigger issues later, like missing teeth or gum infections.
Root canal treatment in San Antonio is safe and helpful for adults and older kids. It’s a trusted solution used by families throughout the area to protect their smiles.
Your first step will be to meet with your dentist. You will discuss your dental history and the state of your teeth with Dr. Lisa Ding. During this time, they will also assess the tooth in question and decide if a root canal is necessary.
Once it's determined that a root canal is necessary, your dentist will administer local anesthesia to numb the area before making a tiny access hole in the affected tooth so that they can remove any decay and get access to the infected nerve.
Using tiny, specialized tools, your dentist will remove any bacteria or decayed material from the inside of the affected tooth and each root canal. Then they will rinse and disinfect the area to remove all decayed material.
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Your San Antonio dentist will fill and seal your tooth before placing either a temporary or permanent crown over it for additional protection against future decay or infections. Depending on your situation, you may require multiple appointments for your root canal procedure.
Yes, saving your natural tooth is better for chewing and your overall dental health.
Yes, a crown helps protect and strengthen the tooth after treatment.
If you have tooth pain, sensitivity, or swelling, visit our San Antonio dental office for an exam.
Pain, swelling, and sensitivity are tell-tale signs that you require a root canal. You may also notice discoloration of the tooth, experience gum tenderness, difficulty sleeping, and fever. If these symptoms are familiar to you, it's time to schedule an appointment with Dr. Knox or Dr. Ding!
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