Our Dentist in Ridgefield CT Provides Efficient Root Canal Treatments to Protect Your Smile

At Hometown Family Dentistry, we are committed to preserving your natural teeth whenever possible, and root canal therapy is a highly effective treatment that allows us to do just that. If a tooth has become infected due to a deep cavity, trauma, or a cracked tooth, root canal therapy can save the tooth from extraction and eliminate pain.

Root canal therapy involves removing the damaged or infected pulp (the soft tissue inside the tooth) along with the tooth’s nerve, which are no longer essential to the tooth’s health once it has fully developed. Without treatment, bacteria can accumulate at the tip of the root, spreading the infection to the surrounding bone and causing severe pain, swelling, and the potential need for extraction.

Our dentist in Ridgefield, CT, Dr. Ritzcovan, may recommend root canal therapy if you are experiencing symptoms such as:

• Intense tooth pain, particularly when chewing or applying pressure
• Lingering sensitivity to hot or cold temperatures
• Discoloration or darkening of the tooth
• Swollen or tender gums around the affected tooth

The root canal procedure begins with creating an opening in the crown of the tooth to access the infected pulp. Once the pulp is removed, the root canals are thoroughly cleaned and disinfected to eliminate any remaining bacteria. If our dentist in Ridgefield, CT chooses to complete the treatment over multiple visits, a temporary filling will be placed to protect the tooth in between sessions. At the final visit, the temporary filling is removed, the tooth is re-cleaned, and a permanent filling or crown is placed to restore the tooth’s strength and function.

With a high success rate, root canal therapy often enables teeth to last a lifetime when properly cared for. At Hometown Family Dentistry, our goal is to provide comfortable, effective care so that you can keep your smile healthy for years to come. If you think you may need root canal therapy or are experiencing any symptoms of an infected tooth, contact our trusted dentist in Ridgefield, CT by calling (203) 431-3901 for an evaluation today.