How a Root Canal Can Help Your Smile

Whether it's in online forums or around the office water cooler, outdated information about root canals continues to make the rounds, and dentists like Dr. Moutaz Abdeen of Alexandria Smiles Dentistry in Alexandria, VA, are determined to set the record straight. Read on to learn the truth about root canals and how beneficial they can be.

The reason for root canals

Within the dental industry, root canals are known as endodontic therapy - "endo-" meaning "inside" and "-dontic" referring to the teeth. Inside each tooth is a series of blood vessels, nerves, and soft tissues—this is what is referred to as "dental pulp." When decay goes beyond the outside of the tooth and begins affecting these inner structures, it can cause cavities that are dangerous to one's health and often very painful. Root canals, therefore, are designed to remove the damaged tissue and replace it with a filling. This material strengthens the tooth from the inside out, and once your Alexandria dentist seals your tooth with a crown on top, it'll be as good as new!

How root canals benefit you

Though many people continue to assume that root canals are painful, your Alexandria dentist can assure you that root canals don't cause discomfort. Rather, this treatment actually stops pain in its tracks by removing the nerves inside the tooth that have been damaged by decay. By removing this decay, you're also eliminating the risk of developing a more serious infection elsewhere in the body. Root canals also help to preserve your tooth, allowing the roots to stay in place and continue supporting the jawbone and surrounding teeth.

Concerned about your dental health? Give us a call

Alexandria Smiles Dentistry is a full-service dental office that will help you achieve your optimal dental health. Contact our office in Alexandria, VA, today to schedule an appointment with our skilled, experienced dentist, Dr. Abdeen. Our number is (703) 671-0626.

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