General/Family Dentistry

Root Canal Therapy

Our dental team is happy to offer root canal therapy in Wylie, Texas, to help you get back on track to a healthy and beautiful smile. You may benefit from root canal treatment if you have sustained severe tooth damage or decay. If you are interested in learning more, we welcome you to contact Wylie Smiles today at 972-961-1744 and schedule a visit with our dentist, Dr. Alekhya Patagarla!

 

Root canal treatment is a form of endodontic therapy that can help save your smile from severe tooth infection or damage. This treatment is a common method designed to effectively target infection and eliminate the bacteria developing inside your tooth pulp. A tooth pulp infection can often be caused by cracks or cavities in the teeth that reach deep into the tooth and infect the pulp, leading to bone loss and even tooth loss. To help protect your teeth and spare the need for an extraction, our dentist may recommend that you receive a root canal treatment to preserve your smile.

Common symptoms that may necessitate root canal treatment include:

Severe pain as you chew or bite
Chipped or cracked teeth
Lasting sensitivity to hot or cold temperatures
Swollen or tender gums
The treatment process for a root canal will begin first with the removal of the infected tooth pulp, followed by the cleaning and disinfection of the inside of your tooth. Once this process is completed, we will fill and seal your tooth to protect and strengthen it from further infection or decay.

To learn more about the benefits of a root canal treatment, contact our team today. We look forward to hearing from you!