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What
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Consultation: A clinical and radiographic examination (x-ray)
is performed to determine if endodontic treatment
is needed, if there are special treatment considerations,
and if the tooth is restorable by your dentist
after treatment. We will be happy to answer any
of your questions about the cause of your endodontic
problem, the treatment sequence, and the course
of healing. |
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*In
consideration of others and to ensure your visit
is as comfortable as possible, please refrain
from bringing children to the office with plans
to stay for your entire treatment time. |
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wear warm clothing as the operatory is quite cool. |
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Endodontic Therapy: A local (oral)
anesthetic is given and a special device called a
rubber dam is placed over the tooth to isolate it
during treatment. An opening is made in the top of
the tooth and the canals are cleaned. The canals are
then filled with a synthetic material called Resilon.
This material is the most biocompatible and will not
leak infection back into the tooth like the old material
called gutta percha.
After the Procedure: Following the
procedure, you may experience some soreness and pressure,
along with some slight swelling for just a few days.
We will prescribe any medication that you might need:
however most of our patients find ibuprofen or Advil
effective. The discomfort that you may experience
should not alarm you. This is a normal reaction and
will not affect the success of your treatment. Should
any excessive swelling or discomfort occur, call us
as soon as possible.
Follow-Up Treatment: Upon completion
of your endodontic therapy a temporary filling may
have been placed in the tooth opening. Once your endodontic
therapy has been completed, it is important for you
to contact your dentist so that a permanent restoration
for your tooth may be provided. If a permanent filling
has been placed,your dentist will maintain your tooth
at your regular check-ups. Our office may examine
your tooth periodically, up to one year, until it
has completely healed.
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