Root Canal Therapy Miami, FL | Miami Modern Dental

What Is Root Canal Therapy?

Root canal therapy is done to remove the nerves and tissues from the inside of the tooth. At the same time, the dentist will clean, sanitize, fill, and seal off the root canal system within the tooth.

There are many reasons a tooth may need root canal therapy. The main reason patients undergo root canal therapy is due to deep areas of decay and bacteria which affect the dental pulp. If decay affects the enamel and dentin, it can be addressed with fillings.

However, the deeper it reaches when left untreated, the more likely it is to require root canal therapy. Other reasons patients may need root canal therapy is due to trauma of a tooth, or anything that causes inflammation within the natural tooth. Root canal therapy is the best way to maintain the structure of a natural tooth and avoid extraction, which requires additional restoration and cosmetic treatment.

Neglecting a tooth with decay can lead to necessary treatment via root canal therapy. During this treatment, the dentist will remove the dental pulp, and address the bacteria and decay at the same time. This procedure is done under proper anesthetics for the comfort of the patient.

Who Can Benefit From Root Canal Therapy?

If you have spontaneous tooth pain, the discomfort that lingers for more than 15 seconds when you drink something hot or cold, pain when you bite down or chew, a partially swollen face, or sinus infection with drainage through the gum over a suspect tooth, then you’re experiencing symptoms that necessitate root canal therapy.

We recommend that you give Miami Modern Dental a call at (786) 338-9228 immediately if you have any of these symptoms. Drs. Pasquier will diagnose the problem and evaluate the need for root canal therapy or alternatives. Many times, we are able to address the tooth early enough to avoid the need for a root canal.

What Is Root Canal Therapy?

Though root canal therapy has had a negative image over the years, it is actually a very simple, routine, and comfortable procedure for many patients. Patients may be experiencing pain and discomfort which brings them to Miami Modern Dental for an evaluation. Drs. Marlon Pasquier, Sr. and Marlon Pasquier, Jr. may decide that the dental pulp within the tooth is diseased or infected and may suggest the benefits of root canal therapy.

Root canal therapy is a procedure during which the dental pulp is removed from the inside of the tooth. Once done, it is sealed off with a rubber-like material known as gutta-percha and sealed with composite resin bonding to keep bacteria from entering back into the canal after treatment. Teeth near the back of the mouth may also benefit from the placement of a dental crown which can offer another layer of protection against breakage since the natural tooth is considered weaker and not nearly as efficient as it once was against chewing and biting forces.

Drs. Marlon Pasquier, Sr. and Marlon Pasquier, Jr. of Miami Modern Dental is excited to offer this procedure in-house, while many other general dentists must refer the procedure to a special dentist called an endodontist.

What Is The Root Canal Process?

Root canal therapy is a common endodontic treatment provided by dentists as a way of maintaining the natural tooth structure of an infected tooth. Problems such as these may be caused due to bacteria or neglect of the smile, or even trauma. No matter how the problem occurs, it is important to work with a dentist who has the ability to maintain the natural tooth without extracting it. Extracting an adult natural tooth should be the last attempt to restore the smile.

Drs. Marlon Pasquier, Sr. and Marlon Pasquier, Jr. of Miami Modern Dental gladly provide patients with root canal procedures. During the process, patients will have the dental pulp removed from the inside of their natural tooth. The dental pulp is a mass of tissue in the canals which contains the blood supply and nerves. By removing the dental pulp and sealing off the tooth, the structure can be maintained but the diseased or infected portion can be removed. By doing so, patients will no longer experience pain but will benefit from maintaining the natural tooth and avoiding the need for restorative services such as dentures, dental bridges, and dental implants.

Patients who may be candidates for root canal therapy are encouraged to contact Drs. Marlon Pasquier, Sr. and Marlon Pasquier, Jr. of Miami Modern Dental to learn more about the ways in which they can restore their smile even after infection occurs.

Benefits Of Root Canal

Root canal therapy is a common procedure done to save a natural tooth from extraction. It requires Drs. Marlon Pasquier, Sr. and Marlon Pasquier, Jr. to access the inner part of the tooth to remove the dental pulp which protects the nerves and blood supply. By removing this, the infection can be controlled and patients can maintain their natural smiles without needing to permanently remove the problem tooth.

There are many benefits of a root canal, often referred to as endodontic therapy. It can relieve an otherwise excruciating toothache that patients may be experiencing. Some patients visit the practice because they are unable to function or even sleep because of the pain. Root canal therapy can avoid the need for a tooth extraction, which is irreversible and requires restorations such as bridges, dentures, or dental implants to maintain the function and appearance of the smile. These can be costly over the years, so it is more beneficial to maintain the natural tooth whenever possible. Lastly, when teeth are extracted, if they are not addressed right away, the existing teeth can shift and result in a malocclusion, TMJ concerns, and aesthetic problems. To avoid all of this, patients who visit Miami Modern Dental are often better off speaking with Drs. Marlon Pasquier, Sr. and Marlon Pasquier, Jr. about the possibility of improving their smile with root canal therapy instead.

Root Canal Procedures

Patients who are introduced to the idea of root canal therapy are often interested in learning more about the specifics of the procedure. While root canal therapy may seem like a scary concept, it is actually a routine, comfortable procedure regularly performed by Drs. Marlon Pasquier, Sr. and Marlon Pasquier, Jr. of Miami Modern Dental. This father/son team has performed many endodontic therapy procedures and prefers them as a way of maintaining one’s dental health and wellness.

The root canal procedure begins with a diagnosis and x-rays. It must be determined that there is an infection or trauma to the dental pulp which warrants the procedure. Once this has been confirmed, the procedure can be scheduled. Patients can ask for sedation or anesthetics during the treatment, during which a small hole is drilled into the problem tooth to allow access to the dental pulp. Using special instruments, the pulp is removed and the area inside is disinfected then sealed with a material called gutta-percha. A filling is used over the tooth, and in many instances, a custom dental crown is fabricated to bond over the natural tooth to offer an extra layer of protection. Drs. Marlon Pasquier, Sr. and Marlon Pasquier, Jr. can then release their patients with aftercare instructions.