Give your child's smile the care it deserves with root canal therapy at Little Roots Pediatric Dentistry, led by Dr. Linda Ngo (Dr. Linda) and Dr. Hannieh Hassani (Dr. Hani). Our expert team specializes in providing gentle and effective root canal treatments for children. Schedule your child's appointment today to experience compassionate care in our kid-friendly Costa Mesa practice.
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Why Should Your Child Get Root Canal Therapy?
Root canal therapy becomes necessary when the pulp inside a tooth becomes infected or damaged. This can happen due to severe tooth decay, trauma, or deep cavities. By undergoing root canal therapy, your child can prevent pain, abscesses, and further damage to their oral health. Our skilled pediatric dentists in Costa Mesa will save the tooth by removing the infected pulp, cleaning the area, and sealing it to prevent reinfection.
Did you know…
Preserving primary teeth through treatments like root canal therapy can help maintain proper chewing, speech development, and space for permanent teeth. (American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry)
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Kid-Friendly Care
At Little Roots Pediatric Dentistry, we specialize in treating children, ensuring their comfort and making dental visits a positive experience. Our dentists are skilled in using child-friendly techniques and providing compassionate care, creating a nurturing environment for your little one's dental needs.
The Benefits of Root Canal Therapy
Pain Relief
By eliminating the infection or damage inside the tooth, root canal therapy provides relief from tooth pain and discomfort.
Preservation of Primary Teeth
Preserving primary teeth is important for proper chewing, speech development, and maintaining space for permanent teeth.
Avoiding Extraction
Root canal therapy allows us to save the natural tooth, avoiding the need for extraction and potential complications that can arise from missing teeth.
The Root Canal Therapy Treatment Process
Diagnosis and Evaluation
Our dentists will examine your child's tooth and use diagnostic tools to assess the extent of infection or damage.
Pulp Removal and Cleaning
Our skilled dentists will gently remove the infected pulp, clean the root canals, and disinfect the area to eliminate bacteria. We prioritize your child's comfort and may use local anesthesia and sedation techniques to ensure a pain-free procedure.
Filling, Sealing, and Restoring
After thorough cleaning, we will fill the root canals with a special dental material and seal the tooth to prevent reinfection. Depending on the extent of treatment, we may recommend a dental crown or filling to restore the tooth's strength and appearance.
Before & Afters
A smile is worth 1,000 words.
Frequently Asked Questions
What happens if my child needs a crown or filling after the root canal therapy?
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If necessary, our dentists will recommend a crown or filling to restore the tooth's strength and protect it from further damage.
How long does the root canal therapy process take?
The duration of the treatment depends on the complexity of the case. Our dentists will discuss the estimated time during your child's consultation.
Will my child experience pain during the root canal procedure?
No, your child will not feel pain during the procedure as we use anesthesia and sedation techniques to ensure their comfort.
