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When a tooth's nerve becomes damaged, the tooth may die. Without proper precautions, you may need the tooth extracted, which can lead to a host of problems and expenses. In these cases, Dr. Lide may prescribe a root canal to save the dying tooth from extraction.
By replacing the nerve within the tooth's canal with manmade material, Dr. Lide can salvage your tooth. The tooth will no longer be living, but it will be intact and covered with a protective crown. A root canal can save you from having to purchase a replacement tooth, like a bridge or dental implant, or bite shifting and bone loss, which occur when a tooth is missing.
Our dental office uses comfort measures, including oral sedation, to make root canal therapy comfortable. Dr. Lide can often perform the entire procedure in a single office visit. If you have a toothache or have been told that you need a root canal, call our office in Richardson to reserve an appointment with Dr. Lide. Patients from Plano, Addison, and Garland turn to our team for quality dental care.
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