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Root Canals

When a tooth suffers decay or infection, it may require root canal therapy. A "root canal" is not a treatment, but part of a tooth. It is the hollow section of a tooth that contains the nerve tissue, blood vessels, and other cells, also known as the pulp.

Root canal therapy, also known as endodontic therapy, is a dental treatment for removing infection from inside a tooth. It can also protect the tooth from future infections. Root canal therapy will usually save the tooth and eliminate the pain. Our goal is to save your natural tooth. Saving the natural tooth is best, if possible, because nothing functions as well as a natural tooth.

If a tooth can not be saved with root canal therapy, an implant may be necessary.