Root Canal & Cavity Patient Results
A patient came in with a toothache. His tooth had a large cavity that went up to his gums and reached the…
Root Canals
Root Canal & Dental Crown Patient Results
A new patient came in with a broken front tooth when he fell. Dr. Joseph explained to the patient that the break went all the way to the nerve. The tooth needed a root canal. Dr. Joseph rebuilt the tooth and put a crown on it. Note how it naturally fits the patient's mouth. He was happy that his tooth was able to be repaired and looked complete again!
- 4 VisitsEmergency Visit, Root Canal Appt, Crown Prep Appt, Crown Delivery Appt
- 30 minutes - 2 hoursAssess Repair Needed, Root Canal, Prepare Your Tooth for a Crown and Make a temporary crown, Cement the permanent crown
- AnestheticNeeded
Actual patient
The Case
What happened, and what we did about it
- 01 Emergency Visit Necessary x-rays and exam by the doctor, discussion of options to repair and answering your concerns, the doctor will give you any medications to keep your comfortable
- 02 Root Canal Appt Your tooth is numbed and the nerve is removed. Material fills in the space
- 03 Crown Prep Appt Your tooth is numbed and shaped to support a dental crown and a temporary one is made and glued to your tooth
- 04 Crown Delivery Appt Your permanent crown is checked and adjusted as needed. It is permanently cemented to your tooth
Photographs are of an actual Plano Family Dental patient, taken before and after treatment. Individual results vary and are not guaranteed.
“I was so worried because my front tooth was broken in half. I didn't think there was any other option but to remove it. Imagine my surprise when Dr. Joseph told me I could save what was left of my tooth with a root canal and a crown. I'm so happy with the results! You would never have guessed that at one time it was only half a tooth!”
Common Questions
Before you book this visit
Can a broken tooth be saved?
It depends on where the breakage occurs and the condition of your tooth root
What is a root canal?
The nerve of your tooth is removed, which stops any pain or infection. The space inside your tooth is filled with special material called gutta percha
Why do dentists recommend a crown once you have a root canal?
A root canal removes the nerve and also blood vessels within your tooth. Without a nerve and blood supply, teeth become brittle and break more easily. To protect your tooth from breaking in a way that is not repairable, a crown is permanently cemented on
Will the crown match my other teeth?
Most crowns today are tooth colored and a shade guide is used to determine the color of porcelain that will match your existing teeth
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