Root Canal Treatment

Dispelling The Falsehoods About Root Canal Treatment

To say that there is some confusion among the general public when it comes to root canal treatment would be an understatement. In fact, there are far too many misconceptions that widely abound today about endodontics and root canal. A root canal is a routine type of dental procedure that is typically not painful and highly successful in its attempt to help patients enjoy a better quality of life. Thanks to today’s modern advanced technology, most root canals result in very little to no pain.

Important Part Of Modern Dentistry

A standard root canal procedure is able to relieve pain rather than cause pain. With modern anesthesiology, root canal treatment is a routine procedure that some have described as being completely painless. This type of procedure is an important part of modern dentistry and helps to correct toothaches that are the result of damaged tissue within the tooth. A root canal effectively removes damaged root tissue from deep within the tooth resulting in an elimination of chronic pain.

Incredibly Safe And Efficient

There are other common types of misconceptions when it comes to root canals that can easily be dismissed. This includes the misunderstanding that a root canal can cause serious long-term illness. With highly specialized instruments and sterile working conditions as well as advanced anesthesiology, today’s root canals are incredibly safe and efficient. Careful procedures eliminate bacteria and are able to prevent infection. As a result when conducting this type of procedure patients experience a successful outcome virtually every time. Most importantly, a root canal reduces the necessity of having to extract an otherwise healthy tooth. To learn more, contact South Houston Endodontics and Root Canal Specialists.

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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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