Root Canal Treatment

Dispelling A Common Myth About Root Canal Treatment

Many people are misinformed today and believe that having a tooth extracted or pulled is actually better than having root canal treatment. Indeed, this is a misconception that deserves closer analysis. Most dental experts and professionals in the industry would agree that saving natural teeth should always be a top priority above other types of more aggressive treatments such as tooth extraction. In short, nothing is better than maintaining your own natural teeth whenever possible.

Endodontic Treatment And Professional Restoration

Maintaining natural teeth affords patients the opportunity to continue eating the foods that they enjoy eating the most. This is a key consideration because it helps to ensure proper nutritional balance and a more complete lifestyle. Any time a dentist recommends that you should have a tooth pulled, always ask whether or not root canal treatment may in fact be a better option. It is important to note that endodontic treatment and professional restoration is considered more cost-effective when it comes to treating damaged pulp within the tooth.

Lasting An Entire Lifetime

From a cost perspective, endodontic treatment is ultimately far less expensive than having a tooth extracted that would then require replacement with a bridge or dental implant. Another important determining factor when choosing the best possible treatment is that endodontic treatment has a very high historical success rate among patients of all ages. Not surprisingly, a large percentage of root canal treated teeth end up lasting an entire lifetime. It should be noted that in many cases a bridge or implant will require additional treatments and further procedures later in life. In summation, root canal treatment is a smart and innovative way of maintaining one’s natural teeth for as long as possible. Contact South Houston Endodontics today for root canal treatment in Houston.

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Dr. Kevin K. Sameti

Dr. Sameti received his bachelor of science in Biology from the University of Houston, his dental degree from the University of Texas Dental Branch (Houston), and his Certificate in Endodontics from the Temple University. He is a Clinical Associate Professor at the University of Texas Dental Branch in Houston, where he volunteers to teach soontobedentists art and science of endodontics. He is a specialist member of the American Association of Endodontists. He also maintains membership in the American Dental Association, the Texas Dental Association, and the Greater Houston Dental Society. Last but not least, He loves saving teeth and takes great pride in his work!

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