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Root Canal Therapy in Ripon, CA

When you're experiencing tooth pain related to an infected tooth, you need a dentist you can trust to help get you the relief you need. At the practice of Richard Crum, DDS, we offer root canal therapy that treats the source of your pain. Our team strives to provide immediate treatment whenever possible, offering emergency same-day services when needed. We're also available for phone consultations after business hours to help ease your worries.

We're passionate about saving smiles and relieving your pain with our skilled root canal treatments. If you're in Ripon or the surrounding communities, you can rely on us to be there when you need dental care the most. Contact us today if you need root canal therapy and see how our treatments can help you regain good oral health!

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What Is Root Canal Therapy?

If your tooth is damaged or severely decayed, it can give bacteria space to multiply. Infection can occur if bacteria reach the inner tooth pulp, where blood vessels, nerves, and soft tissues are found. To treat a tooth infection, our dentist may recommend root canal therapy to help alleviate pain and prevent the need for an extraction.

Our team provides meticulous and precise services that treat every aspect of your tooth infection. Throughout our root canal therapy process, we will do everything we can to save as much tooth structure as possible. By treating the underlying infection, we will reduce your pain and protect the overall health of your smile. Our skilled dentist removes the diseased tissue and covers your tooth with a protective crown to restore strength and increase function.

How Can I Tell if I Need a Root Canal Treatment?

Tooth pain is not always associated with a tooth infection. Consulting with our dentist will allow us to diagnose the cause of your pain and determine if root canal therapy is the right option for you. If you're wondering if you need root canal treatment, some signs to watch out for include:

  • Darkening of your tooth enamel
  • Swollen, painful gums
  • Increased temperature sensitivity
  • Severe tooth pain when chewing

Our Root Canal Therapy Process

Our practice aims to deal with your pain as quickly as possible. In cases of true emergencies, we'll schedule a same-day or next-day appointment whenever we can. Our dentist can also be reached via phone after hours to consult with you and offer advice for reducing pain at home until we can see you.

At your root canal therapy appointment, we will perform an exam to gather the information needed to make a diagnosis. If we determine root canal therapy is needed, we then treat the tooth infection. We streamline our root canal therapy to help reduce your pain quickly.

Treating the infection involves removing diseased tissue from inside the roots of the tooth. Depending on how advanced the infection is, tooth structure may be removed along with the infected inner pulp. However, we will always do everything possible to preserve as much of your natural tooth as we can. Once we remove the affected tissue and antibiotics are applied, the roots are filled and sealed. We will place a temporary crown on your tooth to protect it until a permanent crown is created which will cap your tooth.

Is Root Canal Therapy Painful?

Root canal therapy can have an undeserved reputation for being painful. However, the procedure actually relieves the pain through the removal and treatment of infected tissue within your tooth. The pain you might feel, therefore, usually comes from the damaged dental pulp, not the treatment itself. We will also administer numbing agents to your teeth and gums for your comfort, and our patients usually report that the experience is similar to getting a filling or crown.

Is Root Canal Therapy Better than an Extraction?

Whenever possible, we emphasize saving natural teeth instead of extracting problem teeth. Your natural teeth help to maintain the overall health of your smile. Replacements like dental implants can help, but natural teeth stimulate the gums and jawbone more effectively.

Furthermore, if you have an extraction and don't get a replacement tooth, it can have drastic long-term effects, such as shifting teeth, bite problems, and bone density loss. Protecting your natural smile's integrity with our tooth-saving root canal therapy promotes your optimal oral health.

Ripon Root Canal Therapy To Save Smiles

At the practice of Richard Crum, DDS, we provide you with the compassionate, personalized dental services you deserve. Our experienced team has performed many successful root canal treatments over the years, so you can rest easy knowing you'll receive excellent care. If you require quality dental services because of tooth pain, we're here for you. Contact us today to start the process of getting your oral health back on track!

CALL US: (209)599-4239 REQUEST APPOINTMENT


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