Dentist in Cypress, CA
Dr. Samuel Au may recommend root canal therapy if the nerve tissue in your tooth has become damaged or infected. Toothaches often indicate that you may need this treatment. To learn more about root canals in Cypress, California, or to schedule an appointment with our caring dentist, call us today at (714) 826-9988.
Root canal therapy is a type of endodontic treatment used to restore damaged or infected teeth and to prevent the need for a tooth extraction. This infection may occur when injury or decay reach past the outer layer of tooth enamel and deep into the dental pulp. If left untreated, this will eventually cause the tooth to die, making it necessary for the tooth to be removed and replaced. Root canals prevent this from occurring and allow you to continue using your original tooth.
When you receive a root canal, our dentist will remove the infected and injured tissues from the tooth. The tooth will then be cleaned and filled with a medicated material. Finally, we will cap the tooth with a dental crown to restore its original shape, strength and appearance. This crown will also prevent any additional damage to the tooth from occurring. Root canals can typically be completed in just one or two appointments.
Our Cypress dentist and team are committed to making your experience in our office as comfortable as possible. While root canals have a reputation for being painful, advances in treatment techniques, dental technologies and anesthesia have ensured that root canal treatment can be completed with only minimal discomfort. Please feel free to contact our office and speak with a member of our team if you have any questions or would like to schedule a consultation with our experienced dentist.
