Root Canal Therapy in Norcross, GA

At Mint dentistry, we are a practice that offers many advanced procedures for a variety of your concerns. Our goal is to help you achieve sexy teeth, which starts with a healthy mouth. The team of board-certified doctors at our practice in Norcross, GA offers root canal therapy to treat an infected tooth when the decay has spread from the enamel to the interior pulp. Sometimes called an endodontic treatment, root canal therapy removes the infected pulp, which helps prevent the infection from spreading to other teeth. The MINT dentistry team is aware of the fear that many people feel when faced with a root canal. However, we want you to rest assured that we understand, which is why we focus on your comfort by using cutting-edge techniques and technologies to perform your root canal with accuracy. MINT dentistry also offers several sedation options to help alleviate fears while keeping you relaxed during your procedure. Schedule a consultation at MINT dentistry in Norcross, GA to find out more about root canal therapy and other advanced treatments.

A deep crack, untreated cavity, or physical trauma are all reasons why the interior pulp of a tooth may become infected. The symptoms of a tooth that needs a root canal are tooth or jaw pain, a blister-like lesion on the gums (close to the tooth), and discoloration. When the tooth isn't treated, further oral damage may occur, particularly if the infection spreads to other teeth and into the surrounding jawbone tissue. In some instances, the infection could potentially enter the circulatory system and impact your general wellness, making it critical to receive prompt professional care. During your dental exam visit, our Norcross, GA MINT dental providers will examine your tooth and let you know a root canal is necessary for treating the oral condition and saving your tooth.

Before your root canal therapy begins, we want you to feel comfortable. That’s why we provide Beats headphones and MINT dentistry sunglasses so that you can feel fully comfortable. We want you to feel relaxed while you undergo treatment so your doctor will help you select the most effective type of sedation for your root canal therapy. Patients usually prefer oral-conscious or nitrous oxide gas for sedation to keep them comfortable during the procedure. Once you are ready, one of our board-certified dentists will remove the pulp utilizing state-of-the-art tools and techniques. From there, the empty tooth will be thoroughly sterilized. Once your tooth is sanitized, we will fill it with a special material to protect and seal it. Oftentimes, a dental crown will be cemented over the tooth to protect it.

Having someone you trust available to drive you home after your procedure, especially when sedation is involved, is ideal. Your mouth may be swollen or sensitive for a while, which is why your doctor may prescribe a pain reliever. You need to make a follow-up appointment around six months after your root canal. Our team will check to make sure the infection is gone and that your mouth has healed. After that, you should schedule twice-yearly cleanings at MINT dentistry in Norcross, GA to maintain your dental health.

To make sure that your treatment plan is fitting into your budget, your goals, and your needs, our dentist will go over all your options with you during your exam and consultation. If you are using dental insurance, we can reach out to your carrier to understand your remaining bill after your benefits are applied. If you don't have insurance, MINT dentistry takes many payment methods. Our team can also provide information on low-interest financing, which could make it easier to afford the dental care you need.

A root canal is now a fast, simple process, thanks to the new advances in dental technologies that are used to eliminate an infection inside the pulp of a tooth. Performed with different levels of sedation, root canal therapy by our team of board-certified professionals at MINT dentistry can be comfortable while saving you from pain and more invasive treatments. Please call MINT dentistry in Norcross, GA to schedule an exam and consultation with one of our talented dentists to learn about treating an infected tooth with root canal therapy.