Patients in Sterling Heights ask local dentist, "Where can I find the best root canal treatment?"

Sterling Heights, MI residents generally want the best in life. They live in a city that lauded in 24/7 Wall Street as one of 50 of the best places to live in America and "one of the most affordable on the list." Best Life magazine recognized the city as one of the "Best Places to Raise a Family." In a place with so many accolades, it is no surprise residents want the best dentist in the city for dental treatment. They can find a team of dentists at Laser Dental Associates who provide treatments such as root canal therapy best suited to their individual needs.

Understanding root canal therapy

When tooth pulp becomes inflamed or infected, a root canal may be the best option. For treatment, we remove damaged portions of the tooth. Then, we make a small opening in the tooth to gain access to the pulp chamber. Third, we clean the canals of debris, followed by shaping and sealing them. To complete the procedure, we can restore the tooth with a dental crown or dental filling. Utilizing CEREC technology, we can provide the restoration the same day as root canal treatment.

Explaining the symptoms of tooth infections and abscesses

Causes of infected or abscessed teeth include decay and trauma. An abscess is a pocket of pus caused by a bacterial infection. Symptoms of tooth infections or abscesses include swollen or tender gums and tooth discoloration. Patients may experience a severe toothache or experience sensitivity when consuming hot or cold foods and beverages.

Enjoying the benefits from treatment

We typically can save the natural tooth, which helps patients avoid a tooth extraction and other treatments that can follow. Pain relief leads as a benefit of root canal therapy. Patients can also bite normally and chew efficiently as well as enjoy hot and cold beverages and foods. They usually no longer have swollen or tender gums. They often embrace the natural look a porcelain crown provides.

Have you experienced severe toothache pain? If so, it may be time to seek treatment. Call today to schedule a consultation appointment with one of our dentists.