Although you may cringe when you hear “root canal,” this procedure is designed to salvage your tooth after severe decay or damage and eliminate any pain you may be experiencing. In many cases, the pulp or innermost layer of the tooth becomes or may become infected by bacteria. As a result, this soft tissue, which houses the tooth’s nerves and blood vessels, needs to be removed and cleaned out. Without advanced root canal therapy, your tooth would likely need to be removed completely. Dr. Harder and our compassionate team can help you through this process with your healthy smile intact.
When you and Dr. Harder have determined that root canal therapy is the best course of action, we will treat the tooth as follows: