Endodontic Dentistry
Endodontic Dentistry in San Rafael, CA
Endodontic dentistry treats the roots of the teeth. Whether for the removal of an abscess, a root canal procedure, or internal bleaching as a follow up procedure, Dr. Richard Creaghe will find the correct endodontic treatment to fit your individual dental requirements. He is highly experienced in this field and is the best choice for your dental needs in San Rafael, CA.
Root Canals
Root canals are performed to save your tooth by stopping the decay. When the root of a tooth becomes damaged from infection or injury, it can cause many problems. The infected root and surrounding pulp will literally begin to rot the tooth from within, and if no action is taken, the decay may worsen to the point that the tooth will die and will need to be extracted. It is essential to prevent the loss of your teeth, so if you are experiencing a toothache or pain of any kind, please contact Dr. Creaghe immediately. As one of the top dentists in San Rafael, CA, he will quickly determine if a root canal, or another procedure, is necessary. During the root canal procedure, Dr. Creaghe drills through the surface of your tooth to expose the root, then extracts all the infected tissue. Using a biocompatible material, the root canal is filled, and the entire tooth is capped with a porcelain crown that matches the color of your surrounding teeth. The tooth will then be pain free, and you will be able to chew normally.
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Internal Bleaching
While most stains are on the outside of your teeth, occasionally one can be seen as a dark area coming from deep inside the tooth. When this develops it is usually because blood or other liquids have leaked into the inside of a tooth following a root canal procedure. If you are experiencing this situation, internal bleaching is used to whiten the tooth from the inside out. Dr. Creaghe will drill a small hole into the tooth and insert a peroxide gel into the internal cavity. The solution is left inside the tooth for about a week during which time it perforates into the dentin, lightening its color. After that time the tooth will be drained and the hole filled. This method of internal bleaching is highly effective, and the tooth will return to white. If you notice the appearance of internal stains, contact our San Rafael, CA office to determine whether the use of non-vital internal bleaching is the correct procedure to implement.
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Abscess Removal
One endodontic procedure performed at our San Rafael, CA practice is the removal of abscesses. An abscess is a pocket of infection that forms around the root of your tooth. Minor infections can usually be prevented and treated with regular brushing, but in some cases the infection can become much more serious as it moves deeper into the gums. Your body, in an effort to isolate the infection, naturally creates a wall around it. While at first there may be no visible symptoms, redness and painful swelling of the gums usually follows. Unless removed, the abscess will continue to grow and eventually decay anything that it contacts including teeth, jawbone, gums, and connective tissues. To remove the abscess Dr. Creaghe will drain the infection, relieving the swelling and reducing pain. In more serious cases a root canal procedure may be needed to remove infected material. Dr. Creaghe may also prescribe an adjunctive antibiotic therapy to help fight and prevent infection. Should you experience any of the symptoms described above, please contact our San Rafael, CA office immediately. Dr. Creaghe has the required expertise to treat and heal abscesses successfully.
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