Initial consultation

To determine if you need a root canal treatment in Sunset Hills, MO, you will first schedule an appointment with a dentist in Sunset Hills MO. They will examine your tooth and perform an x-ray to determine the extent of the damage.

Anesthesia

Before the procedure, the dentist will numb the area around the affected tooth with local anesthesia to minimize any pain or discomfort.

Removing the infected tissue

The dentist will make a small hole in the tooth and remove the infected tissue from the pulp chamber and root canals using specialized tools.

Cleaning and shaping the canals

The dentist will clean and shape the canals to prepare them for filling.

Filling the canals

Once the canals are cleaned and shaped, the dentist will fill them with a rubber-like material called gutta-percha.

Temporary filling

After filling the canals, the dentist will place a temporary filling to protect the tooth until a permanent crown or filling is placed.

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Crown placement

The final step in the root canal treatment is to place a crown or filling on the tooth to protect it and restore its function.

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