Root Canal Therapy

General Dentistry in Houston, TX

Large cavities, fractured teeth, or broken fillings may cause significant pain if the condition is advanced enough. When this occurs, bacteria have reached the pulp of the tooth and started an infection. A root canal is a procedure Houston Uptown Dentists can perform to relieve this problem.

Root canal therapy eliminates the infection by removing any and all infected pulp tissue and disinfecting and refilling the interior of the tooth. This prevents infection from spreading and causing permanent damage. Root canals can often be completed in one visit. Upon completions, a crown is usually required to protect the tooth.