Endodontics (Root Canal Therapy)

Endodontic treatment focuses on the inside of the tooth — specifically the pulp and nerve. A root canal is recommended when:

  • A tooth is severely decayed

  • There is an infection or abscess

  • A tooth has been cracked or injured

  • Deep fillings have irritated the nerve

During root canal therapy, the infected tissue is removed, the inside of the tooth is cleaned, and the space is sealed to prevent further infection. A crown is often placed afterward to strengthen the tooth. This treatment allows patients to save their natural tooth rather than having it removed.