In order to save the tooth, the pulp (the living tissue inside the tooth), nerves, bacteria, and decay are removed, and the resulting space is filled with special medicated dental materials which will restore your tooth to its full function with a protective crown and post.
Having a root canal done on a tooth is the treatment of choice to save a tooth that otherwise would die and have to be removed. Many patients believe that removing a tooth that has problems is the solution, but what is not realized is that extracting (pulling) a tooth will ultimately be more costly and cause significant problems for adjacent teeth.
Root canal treatment is highly successful and long-lasting, although, on occasion, a tooth will require to be retreated.
5386 State Rd. Parma, OH 44134
Phone:
216-661-2422
Conveniently located ½ mile south of
I-480 Minutes from I-71 and I-77