A root canal is a common dental procedure designed to treat infected or damaged pulp tissue (the soft inner core of a tooth). Though it may sound intimidating, modern root canal therapy is a safe, effective way to preserve a tooth that might otherwise need to be extracted. It focuses on removing infection, relieving pain, and maintaining the natural structure of your tooth. Let’s explore what root canals are, when they’re needed, and how you can avoid them.
After an amazing journey as Richard Bienenfeld DDS with over 48 years of dedicated and exceptional dental care, we are beyond excited to reintroduce ourselves as Amaze Dental. It has been 8 months since the wonderful addition of Dr. Annie Mazure-Schmidt to our practice, and we could not be more excited for this transition!
First of all, congratulations! Pregnancy is a transformative time, filled with excitement, anticipation, and a whole lot of questions—especially when it comes to your health. Amidst all the prenatal appointments and baby preparations, one aspect that is sometimes overlooked is oral health. However, dental care during pregnancy is not just safe—it’s essential.