Root canal therapy, or endodontic treatment, has an unfortunate reputation. Say the words, and most people conjure up images of highly uncomfortable, invasive treatment. In reality, however, root canals are simple, safe, procedures that involve little discomfort. They are an important part of restorative dentistry because they can often save even severely damaged teeth. At…
Patients often associate root canals with dental pain and discomfort, but the good news is that there are several preventive measures you can take to avoid this restorative dental procedure. But, unfortunately, root canal therapy may be unavoidable for some patients. And the longer patients wait to get treatment, the more likely they are to…
Somehow, root canal therapy (RCT) has gained a reputation for being painful and invasive. Because of this, many people fear root canals. However, these fears may be unfounded. At Chisholm Trail Smile Center, Dr. Matthew Bridges ensures all of his patients receive the most comfortable restorative treatment available. Our team is compassionate and willing to…
We get it–you’ve probably only heard the bad things about root canals. But, restorative dentistry isn’t all doom and gloom! In fact, it could be the only thing that saves the health and beauty of your smile. At Chisholm Trail Smile Center, Dr. Matthew L. Bridges and his compassionate team take great pride in…
Dentists perform over 15 million root canals each year. Still, the thought of this procedure sends many people spiraling into anxiety. When you trust your dental treatments to Dr. Bridges and the team at Chisholm Trail Smile Center, you’ll never have to worry. We use state-of-the-art equipment and techniques to make every appointment a breeze. …
Root canals have a poor reputation, but due to modern microtools, advances in treatment methods, and our anesthesia options, root canal therapy (RCT) is gaining a new and improved reputation. The truth is, that nagging or sharp toothache that sent you to the dentist in the first place will be relieved with RCT. The procedure…
You don’t have to run and hide in your bed when you hear the words “root canal.” In our last blog, we discussed how root canal therapy can save a tooth that would otherwise be headed for extraction. In this edition, we’ll explain what you can expect if you hear the words “root canal” at…
Everything has been going great. Then suddenly, you wake in the middle of the night with a severe toothache. When a tooth becomes infected, there is no time to waste. At Chisholm Trail Smile Center, Dr. Matthew Bridges offers both root canal treatment and extractions. As dental professionals, we prefer to save teeth whenever possible.…
After weeks of ongoing dental pain that can barely be soothed with over-the-counter pain relievers, you make an appointment with your local dentist. After reviewing your x-rays and performing a complete examination, the dentist locates the cause of the issue: you have a severely infected tooth that is in need of root canal therapy. You…