Root Canal Care
in Laveen, AZ

Why Would I Need A Root Canal?

A root canal is usually the preferred treatment for treating infected teeth. Usually, tooth infections develop either because of direct trauma to the tooth that results in a cracked or broken tooth, or due to a prolonged, extensive cavity.
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Both tooth decay and oral injuries can damage and destroy the outer layers of the teeth. When this happens, the sensitive and vulnerable “pulp” is exposed to oral bacteria, resulting in an infection. Over time, the pulp will die, killing the nerves and blood vessels that keep your tooth alive, and eventually resulting in total tooth loss.
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A root canal is used to avoid this. The infected pulp is removed, the inside of the tooth is cleaned and sealed, and the tooth is then protected with a crown. At Laveen Smiles, we diagnose the problem, help get you out of pain, and coordinate your root canal with a trusted local specialist (endodontist). Afterward, we protect the tooth with a same-day crown right here in our office.