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Passolt Street Family Dentistry
Dr. Stephanie McMall
2061 Passolt Street
Saginaw, MI 48603
Root Canals | Saginaw
Think you might need a root canal treatment? Dr Atwater, your Saginaw dentist has been providing root canal treatments for his patients for more than 20 years.
We want our patients to be comfortable during every dental procedure including root treatments. Dr Atwater will ensure that you are well cared for.
Dr Atwater uses the latest treatments which include rotary endodontic equipment that will allow most treatments to be completed in just one appointment!
Why would a tooth need root canal treatment?
There are many reasons that a tooth may need to be treated. They include:
- Deep Caries (cavities)
- Toothaches
- Swelling
- Fillings with secondary caries
- Broken teeth
- Injury to a tooth
- Broken fillings
- Tooth Abscess
How do I know if I need a root canal treatment?
Patients who need root therapy may have some of these symptoms:
- Sensitivity to hot, cold and/or sweets
- Pain when you touch the tooth
- Persistent pain
- Swelling
- Discolored tooth
- Chipped or broken tooth
Why do I need a crown over a tooth that has had root therapy?
During treatment, the infected pulp tissue is removed and the the tooth is filled with a bio-compatible material to fill the tooth cavity. A tooth that has been root canal treated is not as strong as a healthy vital tooth. A crown must be placed over the root canal treated tooth to improve the strength and longevity of the tooth. With good home care and regular dental visits, your root canal treated tooth and its new crown will last you for many years.
