Root Canal Therapy

Tell Me More About Root Canal Therapy

Root canal therapy or treatment is simply a process where injured or diseased sections of a tooth are removed so that the tooth may be saved. Root canal is important because it helps to relieve serious pain and can make teeth healthy and strong once again. The good news is that with modern anesthesia root canal is virtually painless and no different than getting a routine filling. One key indicator that a tooth may need root canal is if the tooth has become cracked or injured or there is a deep cavity present.

Talking With Your Dental Care Provider

In addition, root canal has become routine and has been perfected to a degree that it can be done in about 90 minutes. Some teeth can be done in less time while others may require additional time to complete the procedure. Root canal can range in price from several hundred dollars to several thousand dollars, again depending on the level of complexity and where the tooth is located. Talking with your dental care provider is the best way to know for sure the particulars of your specific root canal related case. Most importantly, patients should not become anxious about root canal treatment.

One Of The Safest And Most Reliable Types Of Dental Procedures

This is simply due to the fact that it is a highly perfected procedure that is designed to save a tooth that would otherwise require removal or extraction. An endodontist is a specialized dentist that will perform the root canal treatment. Millions of root canal procedures are performed each and every year across the country making it one of the safest and most reliable types of dental procedures available today. With so much to offer it is clearly see why endodontic care has become such an important aspect of overall dental care in today’s world. Contact your Houston dental care provider today for more information about root canal treatment and all that it makes possible.

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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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