Root Canal Therapy

Sometimes the roots of your teeth become infected or damaged. When this happens, Dr. White may suggest root canal therapy to help heal your teeth. This may help stop toothaches and keep your mouth healthy. Contact our office today at 817-283-0047 to learn more about root canals and schedule an appointment with Dr. Marea White.

Commonly called a root canal, root canal treatment is a type of endodontic therapy that is often recommended if the tooth pulp and nerves become infected or damaged. This may occur if injury or decay reaches deep into the tooth, past the outer enamel layer. When left untreated, this type of infection and disease may cause the tooth to die and necessitate tooth extraction. To restore the health of the tooth and avoid the need for extraction, Dr. White will remove the infected and injured tissues from within the tooth, clean the tooth, and fill it with a medicated material. She will then cap the tooth with a restoration, such as a dental crown, to return the tooth to its original shape and structure. In most cases, a root canal can be completed in only one comfortable visit to our office.

Root canal treatment has a reputation for being a painful treatment. In reality, however, root canal treatment can often be completed with minimal discomfort thanks to advanced techniques, tools and anesthesia. Dr. White and her entire team work hard to provide you with a pleasant and comfortable experience each time you visit our office in Bedford, Texas. To learn more about root canal treatment, we welcome you to contact us today. We are committed to restoring your smile’s health.