In the past, a tooth with damaged or infected roots would be extracted. That has proven to cause lots of problems and should be avoided when possible. Dr. Ellsworth is well experienced in the latest techniques of root canal therapy.
Root canal therapy is a procedure where the interior pulp chamber of the tooth is removed and replaced with a special material (not the regular filling material). Sometimes a crown will be placed over the tooth to strengthen it.
In times past, this procedure received a bad reputation among patients. However, with today’s latest advancements in treatment and anesthetics, it is quite manageable and can even be comfortable.
Family Dental of Spokane Valley
Craig Ellsworth, DDS
826 North Mullan Road, Suite C
Spokane Valley, WA 99206
(509) 924-1580
FamilyDentalOfSpokaneValley.com
