Gentle Root Canal Therapy in Jefferson Park & Portage Park, Chicago
If you have a tooth that's damaged or causing you pain, root canal therapy can alleviate your pain and save your tooth from extraction. At the dental office of Robert E Placzek, DDS PC, we provide gentle root canal therapy for Chicago patients to protect their smiles. Our dentist will take the time to assess your dental needs, explain your treatment options, and help you make an informed choice. You can rest assured that we will provide a root canal treatment plan personalized to your needs.
With Chicago root canal therapy, we will do everything we can to preserve and protect your natural tooth structure. We offer some same-day appointments during office hours for emergencies to help you get prompt treatment and relief from dental pain. If you have a persistent toothache or severely decayed teeth, do not hesitate to call our office. Contact us to book your appointment today.
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What Is Root Canal Therapy?
Root canal therapy is an innovative dental procedure that protects and restores severely infected or decayed teeth. Although your natural teeth are extremely strong, they may become decayed, damaged, and worn over time and with continued use. Bacteria may enter your tooth, causing an infection of your pulp. Root canal therapy removes the infected pulp, eliminating infection while leaving the tooth structure in place.
With prompt root canal treatment, we can help to save your natural tooth and avoid the need for an extraction. Our dentist can provide root canal therapy for all cases, including retreatments to a tooth that has undergone root canal therapy before. We also offer same-day emergency appointments whenever possible.
Do I Need Root Canal Therapy?
The most common sign of a tooth infection is sharp or chronic tooth pain. However, it's possible to have an infection without feeling any pain at all. That's why it's essential to have regular dental exams so that our dentist can catch undetected health problems and provide swift, effective treatment.
Some of the symptoms of tooth infection that you need to watch out for include:
- Sudden, sharp, or chronic tooth pain
- Pain when chewing food
- Swollen and red gums
- Sensitivity to hot and cold foods or beverages
- Swollen cheek
- Darkening of your tooth enamel
- Abscess on the gums
If you experience any of these symptoms, set up an appointment with our dentist as soon as possible. If you keep waiting, the infection may worsen or spread, necessitating an extraction and other invasive treatments.
What to Expect During the Root Canal Process
When you come in for your initial appointment, we will begin with a thorough analysis of your gums, jaws, and teeth. Our dentist will recommend root canal treatment to save your natural tooth if an infection is detected. We may prescribe antibiotics first if you have a severe infection to boost the success of your treatment.
At the start of the procedure, a numbing agent will be provided to keep you comfortable and minimize pain during treatment. An access point is then created in the enamel to reach the infection. All the infected pulp and surrounding tissues will be removed from the root chamber. We will disinfect the tooth and fill the space with antibacterial material to eliminate all traces of infection and promote healing.
The dentists will then prepare a custom crown, which usually takes two weeks, and use it to cover the tooth to prevent further damage or infection. During these two weeks, you will have a temporary crown to protect your tooth and allow you to bite and chew comfortably.
Emergency Dental Care to Save Your Smile
We offer same-day emergency appointments whenever possible so that you don't have to suffer through prolonged dental pain. If you have any dental emergency after business hours, you can call our office and leave a message. We can return your call and schedule a next-day appointment to ensure you get the prompt treatment you need.
What Are the Benefits of Root Canal Therapy?
At our practice, we aim to eliminate discomfort and boost your quality of life. Whether you need root canal treatment or retreatments, our dental experts are ready to assist. Our dentists will deliver exceptional services personalized to your unique smile needs. The main advantages of root canal treatment include:
- Helps to save natural tooth structure
- Prevents the spread of infection to gums and other teeth
- Restores your biting force
- Eliminates sensitivity to cold or hot foods
- Prevents bone atrophy resulting from missing teeth
- Improves oral and overall body health
Exceptional Root Canal Therapy in Chicago
If you are currently suffering from a severe or constant toothache, you can trust our dentists to help. At the dental office of Robert E Placzek, DDS PC, we provide root canal therapy in Chicago to help patients eliminate pain and improve their quality of life. With our root canal therapy services, we can help prevent the need for an extraction and save your natural tooth. Contact our office today to schedule your appointment for Chicago endodontics to find the relief you need.
CALL US: (773) 427-1310 REQUEST APPOINTMENT
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