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Root canal & endodontics
A root canal plan depends on the diagnosis, canal anatomy and the restoration needed afterward. Understanding the complete process makes it easier to compare options and prepare for treatment.
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A space between teeth can be a natural feature or develop as teeth and supporting tissues change. Its cause matters before choosing bonding, alignment or another appearance-focused treatment.
Read the guideGum care & oral surgery
Gum colour and the amount of gum visible when smiling vary naturally. A cosmetic concern needs careful assessment to distinguish normal variation from a health problem and to identify the cause of excess display.
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Ultrasonic instruments use vibration and water to help remove deposits from teeth. They may be used with hand instruments as part of professional cleaning or periodontal care.
Read the guideRoot canal & endodontics
For some teeth, canal preparation and filling can be completed in one treatment visit. Convenience matters, but the clinical condition determines whether that approach is suitable.
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A smile makeover can involve existing teeth, replacement teeth or both. A fixed restoration and a removable denture have different support, cleaning and maintenance needs.
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A damaged tooth needs assessment of the crack, remaining structure and pulp. A small chip and a deep fracture can look similar from outside but require very different treatment.
Read the guideRoot canal & endodontics
Root canal therapy removes affected pulp from inside a tooth, prepares and seals the canals and is followed by a restoration. It can retain a natural tooth when that tooth is suitable for repair.
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In selected cases an implant can be placed at the time a tooth is removed. Immediate placement and immediate loading are different decisions. Neither is appropriate for every extraction site.
Read the guideEveryday & family care
Tooth decay is not permanently prevented by a root canal. When decay reaches the pulp, a child may need an age-appropriate pulp treatment or another option after assessment. Prevention remains important afterward.
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