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Root Canals Glastonbury
Root Canals
What are Root Canals?
Root canal treatment (also referred to as root canal therapy or endodontic therapy) is made necessary when a cavity is allowed, through neglect, to reach all the way to the pulp. (Regular cleanings and checkups prevent and detect problems early) Sometimes deep restorations or trauma to a tooth may cause the nerve to be damaged to the point it needs root canal therapy, also. Once this occurs the pulp becomes infected, and can even extend through the root tip and begin to eat away at the surrounding bone (this is an abscess). By the time the pulp is infected it must be treated, and cannot heal on its own. It can even weaken the entire immune system. This is dangerous, not to mention very painful. Symptoms that the pulp has become infected may include sensitivity to hot/cold or sweets, pain, swelling, pain to biting or pressure, and a bad taste in the mouth.
How do I know I need treatment?
Sometimes no symptoms are apparent and the person is unaware of any problem until a checkup. A root canal is then performed to clean out the infected tooth pulp, and disinfect the canals of the tooth. The only other treatment would be to extract the tooth. Once the infection is resolved, the canal(s) are filled in to prevent any further infection. Usually a core build-up and crown is recommended for restoring a tooth that has had root canal therapy.
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Caring for our community
While it has been our pleasure to work with this incredible community, we are grateful for the opportunity and proud that so many smiles have been made along the way.
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Rest assured that you and your family will be in good hands with us. Our treatments are performed using the latest technology and techniques, ensuring only top-quality care.
Gabriela Vatafu and Lucian Vatafu, husband and wife, earned their DDS degree in 2005 at New York University, College of Dentistry. Whether performing restorative, cosmetic, prosthetic, or surgical procedures, their goal is to provide the best for patients.
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Glatonbury, CT, 06359