Endodontics Jacksonville
Preserve Your Tooth & Stop the Pain
Endodontics is a special facet of dentistry; it deals specifically with the innermost layer of teeth, known as the pulp. Root canal therapy is the most famous type of endodontic treatment, but it can encompass other treatments as well. Here at Baldwin Dental of Jacksonville, we are proud to offer certain endodontic therapies with the goal of helping you preserve your teeth, put an end to dental pain, and optimize your oral function. Contact us today to learn more or to request an appointment.
Why Choose Baldwin Dental of Jacksonville for Endodontics?
- Dentist with Post-Graduate Training in Root Canal Therapy
- Multiple Sedation Options Available for Your Comfort
- Comprehensive Dental Care in a Welcoming Environment
What Is a Root Canal?
A root canal, more accurately known as root canal therapy, is a treatment in which we carefully remove infected and damaged tissue from a tooth’s innermost layers. We also remove its nerve and thoroughly clean out its root canals (hence the name of the treatment). Then, we fill the tooth with an inert material. Root canal therapy can stop an infection from spreading and is often the best way to prevent the need for an extraction.
What Happens After Endodontic Treatment?
After we complete your endodontic treatment, it is important that your treated tooth is protected so it does not incur further damage. To that end, we will likely recommend that you get a crown for it. We carefully design crowns so they look as natural as possible and fit in harmoniously with your bite. With proper care, a crown could protect your endodontically treated tooth for many years to come.
Additionally, keep in mind that while complications after endodontic treatment are rare, they do occur in certain cases. If you have any concerns about your tooth following your procedure, do not hesitate to reach out to us.
Endodontic Aftercare & Retreatment
With proper oral hygiene and other reasonable precautions, it is likely that your treated tooth will continue to function well for many years — perhaps an entire lifetime.
However, certain circumstances may lead to the need for root canal retreatment. For example, if complex parts of the tooth’s anatomy get overlooked during the initial procedure, you might need a second root canal. New infections or dental damage can also contribute to endodontic retreatment.
Endodontic retreatment is similar to an initial root canal, but it is more complex and time-consuming because the filling that was originally placed in the tooth must be removed.
Sedation Dentistry
Dr. Waheed and our team understand that you might be nervous about your endodontic treatment! The truth is, root canal therapy is not as scary as some people make it out to be. Plus, our team offers sedation methods that can help you to stay calm and relaxed throughout your treatment. If sedation is something that interests you, let us know during your consultation so we can make the appropriate preparations.