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Preventive Dentistry	Root Canal Therapy
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Cosmetic Dentistry	Dental Implants
Restorative Dentistry	Sedation Dentistry
Prosthetic Dentistry	LASER Dentistry

Root Canal Therapy

Painful Pulp
Your teeth contain several layers: the outer protective enamel, a secondary layer of sensitive dentin, and an inner pulp that contains components commonly referred to as the “nerve” of the tooth. Each pulp chamber branches off, forming canals that lead toward the tooth root tip. These root canals provide a means for the tooth to absorb what it needs from the blood and get rid of toxins or other unnecessary materials via the blood stream. A deep cavity, traumatic injury, or tooth fracture can make the canal susceptible to bacterial infection, which can kill the pulp, stimulate increased blood flow, and create pressure within the tooth. This can cause severe tooth pain and may initiate bone degeneration, tooth loss, and even more acute pain. If you see Dr. Greg and Dr. Brent Killian during the earliest stages of this condition, the tooth may be saved with a root canal.

Easy Does It
Will root canal therapy hurt? With today's advanced analgesics and technology, the entire process can be so comfortable that many patients doze off. Oftentimes, Dr. Greg and Dr. Brent Killian can complete root canal therapy in a single appointment. He simply cleans out the diseased canals, fills the canals with a biologically-inert substance, seals them from further infection, and you're on your way. While some patients experience post-procedural soreness or slight tissue inflammation, these are controllable with analgesics. Follow-up care involves thorough home hygiene and regular dental visits with Dr. Greg and Dr. Brent Killian for cleanings and check ups.

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