Root Canal Therapy

When the pulp of a tooth becomes infected, it can cause pain, swelling, and even affect your overall health. In the past, the only solution was to extract the tooth. Today, however, Dr. Justin Nylund at Black Diamond Dental offers root canal therapy in Pagosa Springs, CO, to save your natural tooth and protect your smile. If you’re experiencing a toothache or sensitivity, scheduling a prompt visit can make all the difference.

Root canal therapy is a highly effective treatment that removes infection from inside the tooth, cleans and seals it, and allows you to keep your natural tooth structure. This not only relieves pain but also helps you maintain proper function and alignment in your bite.

What if a root canal fails?

While root canals are successful in most cases, there are rare situations where a tooth may become reinfected. This can happen if:

• The tooth didn’t heal as expected

• A new infection developed

• The restoration (such as a crown) wasn’t placed soon after treatment

• The tooth’s anatomy had additional canals that weren’t initially treated

In these cases, root canal retreatment may be recommended. Retreatment is very similar to the original procedure. Dr. Nylund will carefully reopen the tooth, remove the old filling material, clean and disinfect the canals, and place new filling material before sealing the tooth. A new crown is then placed to restore strength, appearance, and protection.

Benefits of Root Canal Therapy

• Preserves your natural tooth

• Relieves pain and sensitivity

• Prevents the spread of infection

• Restores normal chewing and biting function

• Helps maintain a healthy, confident smile

If you think you may need root canal therapy or retreatment, contact Black Diamond Dental today to schedule your consultation with Dr. Justin Nylund.