Root Canal in Lincoln

Root Canal in Lincoln

A root canal is a procedure specifically designed to save you from losing a tooth. Our teeth are comprised of certain parts, one of them being the pulp. A tooth’s pulp is where the nerve, blood vessels, and connective tissue are housed. When this area becomes inflamed or infected, then a root canal procedure must be taken in order to save that tooth from falling right out of your mouth. 

Dr. Bennet uses a special operating microscope greatly enhances a his ability to view the tiniest details inside a patient's tooth, providing better outcomes for endodontic treatment.

How Do I Know if I Might Need a Root Canal?

When your pulp becomes inflamed or infected, you will begin to feel symptoms that prompt you to take action.

    Toothache

    These are pretty common, but certain toothaches point to the possibility of an inflamed/infected pulp. If you experience sharp pain in the middle of the night that leads into a generalized headache, then your tooth’s root may be suffering.

    Abscess

    If you see a bump near the top part of a tooth and/or pus present in the mouth, then there is a good chance a root canal will be required.

    Sensitivity

    Extreme pain to hot and cold foods is a good indicator.

    Discoloration

    Dark discoloration on the tooth points to a deteriorated pulp. This is a severe sign.


Root Canal in Lincoln

What is an Endodontic Microscope?

In addition to the CBCT 3D scan, the endodontic microscope makes it easy to find canals making endodontic/ root canal treatment efficient for the patient.

Root Canal - Procedure

Root canals are often a two-appointment procedure, with the first appointment taking up to an hour to perform. The second appointment is for a dental crown since most of your tooth with be lost during the process and must be capped with a crown to restore its appearance. 

Don't Wait

If you notice a recurring pain that doesn’t seem to halt, then contact our dentist immediately. It is always better to save a tooth than to have it extracted and replaced.

Feel free to call our office at 402-466-1914 to learn more about Root Canals in Lincoln or any other services we provide. We will be happy to assist you with any questions or concerns you may have.