Root Canal Therapy in Walnut Creek, CA
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Contact UsWhat is Root Canal Treatment?
When a tooth is chipped or decayed, it can often be fixed with a tooth-colored filling or other treatments if caught early. However, if the decay reaches the inner part of the tooth (known as the pulp), a root canal may be necessary to restore oral health and save the tooth from extraction. Root canal therapy is a procedure performed at Life Dental & Orthodontics to remove infected inner tooth tissue and seal off the damaged tooth to improve oral health. Our experienced dental team treats abscessed or internally damaged teeth with precision root canal therapy and offers sedation options for added comfort. If you are experiencing severe pain or infection in a tooth, contact our Walnut Creek, CA office right away to learn about the benefits of modern root canal treatment.
How Does A Root Canal Work?
At Life Dental & Orthodontics, we use modern techniques to enhance patient comfort during root canal procedures. Local anesthesia is always administered, and sedation options are available for additional relaxation. Once the tooth is numb, a protective covering is placed over the teeth and gums. The infected tooth is then accessed through a small hole in the top of the tooth. The pulp, containing nerve tissue and blood vessels, is removed, and the area is carefully cleaned and reshaped using specialized tools. The tooth is sealed with a durable material and filled with a soothing substance to aid in the healing process.
Life Dental & Orthodontics Reviews
Dr. Hockel and his team have totally changed my paradigm of what dental care can be. They have earned my trust in so many ways, and I am happy to be under their care.
So glad to be working with LD&O. World class facility. Friendly staff. Top notch technologies. Great communications. Innovative approach. Cutting edge thinking. Thank you.
Absolutely love this place! Friendly and accommodating staff and I really appreciate Dr Hockel’s knowledge of what’s going on with not only my teeth, but how it all works together with my airway and everything else too!
The place is immaculate the people are a pleasure to deal with and all seem very knowledgeable I can’t say enough good things about it and I’m thrilled that I finally discovered this place
Very friendly and professional. Dr. listened carefully, and explained things well. Would recommend.
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Save Your Tooth and Smile
When damaged or infected teeth are left untreated, they can cause a variety of dental and overall health issues. Fortunately, modern dentistry offers root canal treatment as a effective way to save your tooth and preserve your oral health. Contact our office in Walnut Creek, CA to schedule a dental evaluation and learn more about our endodontic treatment approach.