Root Canal SpecialistNashville, TN
A root canal specialist is a Endodontist who specializes in treating conditions that affect the inner structure of a tooth, also known as the pulp chamber. Professionally known as endodontists, these oral professionals spend two or more years after dental school learning how to diagnose the causes of tooth pain and how to perform complicated root canals.
We are a root canal specialist that offers services at Sheats Endodontic Group in Nashville and the surrounding area. Our team provides root canals and other treatments that alleviate toothaches.
Call us at 615-526-2495 to schedule an appointment and learn if you need a root canal procedure.
Treatments Provided by a Root Canal Specialist
Stop by our clinic if you are dealing with any of the following:
- An infected tooth
- A badly damaged tooth
- A failed root canal
- A knocked-out tooth
- Abnormal mouth structures
- A toothache that is difficult to diagnose
- A toothache caused by inflamed pulp
We offer a variety of treatment options to help with these issues, including:
1. Root Canal
Root canal specialists spend most of their workdays performing root canals. This procedure involves cleaning out the pulp chamber, which contains nerves and soft tissues of a compromised tooth. The Endodontist might administer a shot of anesthetic prior to the treatment.
Root canals help to bring toothaches and infections to an end. Once the procedure is over, the Endodontist will fit the treated tooth with a dental crown to protect it from further damage. WebMD states that about 95 percent of root canal treatments are successful. Root canals can help to treat infected, fractured/broken, and badly decayed teeth.
2. Endodontic Retreatment
Treating teeth with a root canal can help to preserve as much of the natural teeth as possible. Following a root canal, the patient can continue to keep the teeth healthy with proper oral hygiene. In some rare instances, a tooth that treated with a root canal might become infected or cause toothaches months or years down the road.
A root canal specialist provides retreatment to help save such teeth. Performing this procedure can help to alleviate any pain from the damaged tooth and promote proper healing. Reasons for needing retreatment for a tooth that already received a root canal include:
- Complicated canal anatomy was not addressed during the first procedure
- The restoration placed on the tooth failed to prevent saliva from reaching the tooth
- A crown was not placed on the tooth after a root canal
- Curved or narrow canals were not detected and treated during the initial procedure
During endodontic retreatment, we will reopen the affected tooth and extract any filling materials that were used to seal it up after the first treatment. We will then examine the tooth, looking for a new infection or canals.
We will treat any infections we find before resealing the tooth. Multiple visits to the Endodontist might be required if the tooth is severely infected. A crown will help to protect the tooth once the treatments are over.
3. Endodontic Surgery
The American Association of Endodontists explains that at times, root canal is not enough to save a compromised tooth. For such patients, a root canal specialist might recommend endodontic surgery to:
- Locate hidden canals that X-ray scans missed during the first root canal
- Pinpoint small fractures
- Extract calcium deposits inside the pulp chamber
- Treat damaged bone structures surrounding the tooth
- Fix worn down root surfaces
Endodontic surgery is performed using the latest in dental technology like operating microscopes and digital imaging.
Benefits of Visiting a Root Canal Specialist
Root canal specialists administer treatments that can bring an end to the pain caused by a damaged pulp chamber. Other benefits of seeing one include that a root canal can prevent the infection from spreading further. By saving as much of the natural tooth as possible, we can help patients avoid having to get an artificial replacement for their natural teeth.
Call Us Today
A toothache will not go away on its own. Call 615-526-2495 or visit our Nashville clinic to learn more about how our services can help you bring your toothaches to an end and save your tooth. You will feel a lot better once you get the appropriate treatment.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long root canal treatment take?
The length of time varies based on each patient's unique circumstances, but it should take no more than 90 minutes for each tooth. It takes less time to treat front teeth.
What makes a root canal specialist different from a regular Endodontist?
A root canal specialist has at least two more additional years of education learning about the inner working of teeth. A root canal specialist is the most qualified type of Endodontist to deal with complicated root canals.
Why do I need a crown after getting root canal treatment?
The crown protects the newly restored tooth from further damage. Not getting one can lead to you needing retreatment. Depending on the location, we might be able to use resin to protect the restored tooth.
What is recovery after root canal treatment like?
There is not much of a recovery period after getting root canal treatment. You are free to go back to your routine afterward. Try not to eat anything that can aggravate the newly-restored tooth.
Contact Us
Sheats Endodontic Group is located at
1919 Charlotte Ave Suite 320
Nashville, TN
37203
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