When a tooth starts to throb, or when you feel persistent pain or sensitivity that interferes with your ability to bite and chew, you can be understandably concerned. While discomfort is sometimes a short-term issue brought on by sinus problems, or due to sensitivity, a serious or prolonged pain should be discussed with a dental… Read more »
When people think about oral health problems that call for treatment, they often think about cavities. While a good routine can protect you from this problem, decay is a common threat. However, it is not the only source of oral health trouble that can lead to problems within your tooth structure that call for endodontic… Read more »
If a cavity keeps growing, it will eventually work through your enamel and dentin, which means bacteria will gain access to your pulp. The pulp contains living nerves, making this infection a potentially painful one! Our El Paso, TX endodontic treatment office is prepared to help you if you find that you need root canal… Read more »
While it is not necessary during every cavity treatment, many people who need to undergo dental work for a cavity will require root canal therapy. This is a procedure performed to address problems within the tooth structure – it can be done when a cavity has grown enough to cause an infection, or when internal… Read more »
Despite good brushing habits and regular dental visits, there may come a time when you are recommended for root canal treatment. For example, when a cavity is too large to be treated with a filling, root canal therapy in El Paso, TX provides a way to clean out the infection and possibly save the tooth…. Read more »
When an advanced cavity or injury puts you at risk for tooth loss, root canal therapy is often an effective treatment solution. This procedure addresses damaged tissues and bacteria to stop an infection from worsening, leading to the restoration of the tooth. However, in some situations a tooth problem will not be reachable with this… Read more »
There is no one treatment that is recommended any time a patient has a cavity. A cavity that is caught early can be treated with a dental filling after your dentist removes decayed tissues and properly cleans the tooth. However, if the cavity grows large enough to cause an internal infection, it will require more… Read more »
After root canal therapy and the placement of a dental crown, a tooth should remain secure and free of pain. For many people, their initial treatment will effectively put a stop to any oral health problems they were experiencing. However, others may find that they still have tooth pain to address, or they may begin… Read more »
There are several treatment approaches available to deal with an injury or cavity. If a problem with decay is caught in time, the placement of a dental filling may be all that it takes to properly restore a tooth. However, there are many cases that call for a more involved treatment. Root canal therapy is… Read more »
Is it starting to feel like your tooth pain is taking over your life? Do you feel as if you have to make big changes to your diet, or adjust the way you bite, to avoid aggravating a tooth that is sore or sensitive. A problem with your dental health can lead to serious discomfort,… Read more »
When you undergo a root canal treatment, and in the months or years to come the tooth begins to hurt, then you could require retreatment. We can help stop the…
Read MoreIf you have noticed that your tooth feels more sensitive or a lingering toothache just won’t go away, it could be a sign of a severe cavity. In some cases,…
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When a tooth has an infection that is too severe to be treated with a traditional root canal, then you may need a form of surgery known as apicoectomy, or…
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