Endodontics: Saving Your Natural Teeth

At David Smith Family Dental in Salt Lake City, our endodontic services focus on treating the inside of your teeth to help save them from extraction. Our gentle approach and modern techniques ensure your comfort throughout any root canal procedure.

What is Endodontics?

Endodontics is a dental specialty focused on treating the tooth pulp and tissues surrounding the root of the tooth. The most common endodontic procedure is root canal therapy, which becomes necessary when the inner tissue of the tooth becomes infected or damaged.

When Is Root Canal Treatment Needed?

• Severe tooth decay
• Deep cavities
• Cracked or broken teeth
• Repeated dental procedures on a tooth
• Trauma to the tooth
• Persistent sensitivity to heat and cold

Signs You May Need Endodontic Treatment

• Severe toothache
• Pain when chewing
• Prolonged sensitivity to hot or cold
• Discoloration of the tooth
• Swelling in nearby gums
• Tender or swollen lymph nodes

The Root Canal Process

1. Diagnosis:

   • Comprehensive exam
   • X-rays to assess damage
   • Treatment plan development

2. Treatment:

   • Area is numbed completely
   • Removal of infected tissue
   • Cleaning of root canals
   • Filling with special material
   • Placement of temporary filling

3. Restoration:

   • Permanent crown placement
   • Final adjustments

Benefits of Endodontic Treatment

• Saves your natural tooth
• Eliminates pain and infection
• Restores normal bite function
• More cost-effective than extraction and replacement
• High success rate
• Long-lasting results

Contact our Salt Lake City office to learn more about how endodontic treatment can help save your natural teeth and relieve your pain.