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Root Canal Therapy in Panorama City, CA
If a tooth is painful or damaged, an examination can help determine the cause and whether root canal therapy is one of the appropriate treatment options.
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Root canal treatment addresses the soft tissue, or pulp, inside a tooth. It may be considered when that tissue is inflamed or infected, but symptoms alone cannot confirm the diagnosis. A dental examination and appropriate diagnostic images are needed.
At Rainbow Dental Health Care, Dr. Raftacco will listen to your concerns, evaluate the tooth and explain the findings. If root canal therapy is recommended, she will discuss the treatment plan, restoration needs and follow-up care. Explanations are available in English or Spanish.
Evaluation
The visit begins with a review of symptoms and a focused examination of the tooth and surrounding area.
Treatment planning
Your dentist will explain whether root canal therapy or another treatment is appropriate for the diagnosis.
Restoration
A treated tooth may need a filling or crown afterward. The specific recommendation depends on the tooth.
When to call the dentist
Contact the office if you have persistent tooth discomfort, sensitivity, swelling, a damaged tooth or another change that concerns you. These symptoms can have several causes, so prompt professional evaluation is more useful than trying to diagnose the problem yourself.
- Describe when the discomfort began and what makes it better or worse.
- Mention recent dental work, injury or changes near the tooth.
- Share relevant health information and medications with the dental team.
- Ask what follow-up or restoration may be needed after treatment.
The ADA describes root canal treatment as care for the soft pulp tissue inside a tooth. Read ADA patient information about endodontics.
Root canal questions
Does tooth pain always mean I need a root canal?
No. Tooth discomfort can have different causes. An examination is needed to diagnose the problem and recommend treatment.
Will the tooth need a crown?
Some treated teeth need a crown or another restoration, but the recommendation depends on the tooth’s location and condition.
Can I schedule in Spanish?
Yes. Call (818) 810-0050. Dr. Raftacco is a native Spanish speaker.