Saving Teeth in Birmingham, MI

When a tooth is threatened by severe decay, periodontal disease, or damage

from an injury, a skilled Michigan cosmetic dentist or endodontist must make a judgment call concerning the course of treatment. If the pulp of the tooth is infected or inflamed, a root canal is often the only way to save the tooth.

Parkview Dental: 248-541-1388

During a root canal procedure (or endodontic treatment) the soft tissue in the root of the tooth is removed. This tissue contains veins, arteries and lymph vessels. Once the roots are cleaned out and widened, they are filled with a special rubber material. The root canal is only the first step in the complete tooth restoration. After the root canal, without a dental crown, the tooth will become dry and brittle. The final steps are the built up the core and place on it a dental crown.

At Parkview Dental, cosmetic and restorative dentistry, we fabricate strong, natural-looking crowns that blend perfectly with the surrounding teeth. With proper oral hygiene and regular visits to a dentist, a tooth with a filled root can often function problem-free for the rest of a patient’s life.

I am Lawrence D. Duffield of Parkview Dental. I have been practicing dentistry since 1982. During this time I have seen hundreds of teeth saved by this effective dental procedure. Root canal therapy at Parkview Dental in Royal Oak, MI has a very high success rate.

Because teeth with infected pulp tissue often cause no symptoms, it is important to have regular dental examinations with your general and cosmetic dentist.We can determine which (if any) teeth have infected roots. If the infection in the soft pulp tissue is left untreated, it can progress to a point where the tooth cannot be saved. Is it time for a thorough dental exam? Call our office at 248-541-1388.

Call Duffield Denristry immediately if one of your teeth is screaming for attention!