ROOT CANALS

Root Canals

Root Canals for Williamsville, NY

A root canal is a type of endodontic procedure that is meant to save the tooth when the pulp, the soft tissue inside the tooth, becomes inflamed or infected. Root canals are meant to help ease the pain associated with the inflammation or infection and help repair and save the tooth. The most common causes of root canal pain are deep decay, damage, bacterial infections, diseases and other factors. 
Root Canals Williamsville, NY
Before the procedure begins, Dr. Nasca will first take an X-ray to make sure that everything looks good to proceed. He will then completely numb the affected area. During the root canal procedure, the nerve and pulp are removed and the inside of the tooth is cleaned and sealed. 

Dr. Nasca will either place a temporary filling in the back of the access hole or seal the tooth that day. From there, a crown or filling will be put in place to help ease any existing pain. This procedure is completed differently on a case-by-case basis.

Without a root canal, the affected tooth could become infected or inflamed even further, affecting the tissue surrounding the tooth and possibly create abscesses in the tooth.
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Signs You May Need a Root Canal

• Severe toothache when eating or putting pressure on tooth • Sensitivity to hot or cold foods and beverages that lingers
• Small, pimple-like bumps on the gums near the affected tooth  • Darkening of the tooth
• Tenderness or swelling in the gums near the affected tooth

If you have any of these symptoms, call Dr. Nasca to set up a dental exam. Our family dentist serves Williamsville, NY.
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