Root Canal Therapy

Root canal therapy is an endodontic dental specialty focused on the nerves of the teeth. It’s a necessary procedure for treating a tooth infection, primarily in the roots. Dr. Cynthia Wong, located in Orland Park, removes the infected materials through root canal therapy. An infected tooth needs to be treated as soon as possible. Otherwise, the infection can spread. Contact our office to schedule an appointment today.

 

The procedure begins with a local anesthetic being applied to the tooth. Your Orland Park dentist drills into the tooth, exposing the root canal. From there, it’s easy to locate and remove the infected tissue. The entire area is sanitized as well. Finally, a sealant fills the tooth before placing the dental crown.

 

Soreness following the procedure is completely normal. Take it easy for the next few days. Use over-the-counter pain medication for pain management. A stronger pain reliever may be prescribed by your dentist depending on the severity of the infection. Dr. Wong will give you post-operative instructions to follow. This will include things like what to eat, etc. Following these will guarantee a successful recovery.

 

In the past, root canal procedures were to be feared. That’s not the case with modern-day technology and medicine. Local anesthetics make the procedure nearly painless. Placement of the dental crowns also guarantees a successful recovery.

 

If you or a loved one are in need of a root canal, contact Dr. Cynthia Wong today. Our office is located in Orland Park, IL. To schedule an appointment, visit our website or call 708-444-8341.

Intruded Teeth

In our last post, we mentioned that there are certain injuries which may require attention from both orthodontists and endodontists. Tooth intrusion is one such injury. It describes what happens when a tooth is pushed back into its socket, usually as a result of a violent blow. For such cases, Dr. Cynthia Wong in Orland Park is ready to help.

Intruded teeth will have to undergo a lot of imaging tests to determine the extent of the damage. Since they often re-erupt, it may not be necessary for them to undergo extensive treatment, particularly if they are baby teeth and the permanent teeth meant to take their place are undamaged. But in permanent teeth, a root canal is often necessary to remove damaged pulp, and orthodontics may be necessary to move the tooth back into their proper place as an alternative to orthognathic surgery. In children, a palatal spacer may also be necessary to ensure there is enough room for the tooth to erupt a second time if it was twisted or knocked out of alignment. The orthodontic treatment for guiding an intruded tooth back into place will require the use of elastic bands and specially shaped wires.

Cynthia Wong, DMD, operates at 15614 S Harlem #B, Orland Park, Illinois, 60462. To contact her office, call 708-444-8341 or visit Dr. Cynthia Wong and send a message.