Our experienced dentists may recommend a root canal if your tooth is infected or has sustained more extensive damage. This endodontic treatment works to remove the damaged tooth tissue without extracting the tooth so that you can avoid the need to replace the tooth entirely. We invite you to call Nelson & Bury Dentistry at 605-341-3670 to learn more about root canal therapy in Rapid City, South Dakota, and schedule a consultation with Dr. James Nelson, Dr. Matthew Bury and Dr. Mandy Nelson.
Root canals are a type of endodontic treatment recommended when the dental pulp and nerves of the tooth are infected or injured. The dental pulp can become infected or injured when decay or injury impact the innermost tissues of the tooth, reaching past the outer layer of enamel. If left untreated, this can cause the tooth to die and require an extraction. A root canal treatment is often the only alternative to a tooth extraction and is usually the preferred treatment, as it allows you to continue using your natural tooth.
When you receive a root canal, our dentists will remove the infected and injured tissues from within the tooth. We will then clean the tooth and fill it with medicated material before capping it with a dental crown to fully restore the tooth. This treatment process can usually be completed in just one or two appointments.
While root canal treatment has a reputation for being painful, the reality is that your treatment can be completed with minimal discomfort due to advances in treatment techniques, anesthesia and dental technology. Our dentists and team will do everything possible to make sure that your treatment is as comfortable as possible.
To find out more about root canal treatment and schedule an appointment with our dentists, contact our office today!