Root Canals
If you have tooth or mouth pain, you may need a root canal. This dental therapy has a negative reputation, but it's actually a conservative treatment that may save your tooth from extraction. And modern root canal therapy is a surprisingly comfortable experience.
Each tooth has an inner chamber that contains pulp, commonly called the nerve. The canals that branch out from the pulp transport oxygen and nutrients to the tooth root and carry away toxins. When these canals sustain damage from a deep cavity, tooth fracture, or other injury, bacteria can invade and cause infection. Left untreated, the pulp can die, and you may experience acute pain, as well as tooth and gum loss.
Dr. Howard can perform a root canal to treat early-stage infection and preserve your tooth. He'll clean out the infected matter and fill the canals with a biocompatible substance. Then, he'll mount a custom crown atop your prepared tooth. The result is a strong, healthy smile and a tooth that's protected for years to come.
Call today to schedule your appointment with Dr. Howard. Our Marietta dental office serves Kennesaw, Acworth, Powder Springs, Dallas, and surrounding areas with exceptional dentistry for extraordinary smiles.
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