General Dentistry, Including Root Canals Therapy and Tooth Extraction for Patients in Wayne, New Jersey
Under the direction of Dr. Frank DiCicco and Dr. Harry Long, Aesthetic Dental Group offers a full range of general and cosmetic dental procedures to our patients in Wayne, New Jersey, including root canal therapy, tooth extraction oral surgery, cleanings, fillings, and cosmetic treatments. Whatever your treatment, you can be sure that Dr. DiCicco and Dr. Long will use skill and compassion to make your dental experience as pleasant and effective as possible. Schedule an appointment with the Aesthetic Dental Group today!
Root Canal Therapy
When a tooth decays to the point that the pulp becomes infected, root canal therapy is performed to ease the pain, prevent the further spread of the bacteria that caused the infection, and save the tooth. Tooth pain is a common symptom of infected tooth pulp, followed by tooth sensitivity, discoloration, and gum swelling.
If you are experiencing any of these symptoms, it is important that you contact Dr. DiCicco right away. An x-ray will reveal the extent of decay and damage to the pulp and will help Dr. DiCicco devise a course of action to save the tooth. The sooner root canal therapy can be performed, the more likely it is that he will be able to save the tooth.
Root Canal Procedure
During the root canal procedure at his Wayne, New Jersey office, Dr. DiCicco removes the infected pulp from inside the tooth. He then fills and seals the canal with a rubbery material called gutta percha. Depending on the extent of decay on the upper part of the tooth, Dr. DiCicco either fills it with traditional filling material or places a crown on the tooth to reinforce its structure and protect it from further decay and fracture.
Tooth extraction becomes necessary when a tooth is affected by extensive damage or advanced levels of decay. The tooth must be removed from your mouth before it leads to further pain and infection. A tooth is extracted when no other option, such as root canal therapy, can save the tooth. Dr. DiCicco utilizes sedation dentistry at his Wayne, New Jersey practice to make the tooth extraction procedure easy and painless for the patient.
If it becomes necessary to extract a tooth from your mouth, there are many options that can be used to replace it, including a dental implant or a bridge. Replacing an extracted tooth is important to maintaining proper alignment, preventing bone loss in the jaw, and preventing gum disease.
Contact Dr. DiCicco and Dr. Long to Schedule an Appointment for General Dentistry Services
Whether you need a filling, a tooth extraction, or root canal therapy, Dr. Frank DiCicco and Dr. Harry Long at Aesthetic Dental Group in Wayne, New Jersey can help restore your smile and improve your oral health. Contact our office to make an appointment.
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