Dental Emergencies
Severe pain or discomfort in the jaw, gums, or teeth can often become unbearable. At Rivertown Dental we offer same-day emergency dental services and appointments to provide immediate relief and long-term dental solutions!
If you are suffering from severe pain or discomfort don’t hesitate to call us! Our accommodating team will help you schedule an emergency exam as soon as possible. We’re here to help!
Our goal is to provide a warm, welcoming, and comfortable experience for you.
Root Canal Therapy
Root canal treatment, also referred to as root canal therapy or endodontic therapy, is used to save an infected or damaged tooth and avoid having it removed. A root canal becomes necessary when a neglected cavity becomes infected.
Once the infection is resolved, the canal(s) is filled to prevent any further infection. Crowns are usually recommended to cover and restore a tooth after root canal therapy.Regular cleanings and checkups detect and prevent problems early.
Root Canal Retreatment
In rare cases, root canal therapy unexpectedly fails. Reasons vary, but can include any of the following:
- The treated tooth doesn’t heal properly
- The crown cracks and leaks filling material
- Infected canals are overlooked or missed during treatment
- The placement of the restorative crown is delayed
- There is continued decay or new decay in the tooth
- Saliva gets into the restorative crown
If you have a tooth that hasn’t healed properly or has become subject to new dental problems, we can perform a root canal retreatment procedure that can help heal and save your tooth.
Root canal retreatment is usually completed in 1-3 visits.
Tooth Extractions
Good oral hygiene is a must. The loss of a single tooth can have a major impact on overall oral health and appearance. Although dentists will use every measure to prevent tooth loss, there are still some occasions when a tooth needs to be extracted. A tooth may need to be extracted if the following occurs:
- Severe decay
- Advanced gum disease
- Infection or abscess
- Orthodontic correction
- Malpositioned teeth
- Fractured teeth or roots
- Impacted teeth
