A normal tooth that is split down the middle
looks like this. There is enamel on the top (the
white part you see when you smile) and then
underneath, every tooth has roots that keep it
secure in the bone. The tooth is attached to
bone with small ligaments that help support
the tooth when you chew. Inside the roots is a
root canal space (hence the term "root canal
treatment") where nerves, blood vessels, and
cells are contained that helped your tooth form.
Different things throughout life (such as cracks,
cavities, fractures, trauma, and crowns) allow
bacteria to get inside the root canal space.
First this causes inflammation of the pulp
and left long enough it will cause the death of
the pulp tissue and lead to infection. This
infection can result in pain and swelling.
Pain over the course of this process can range
from sharp, radiating, dull, achy, and throbbing.
In an effort to remove the disease and save the
tooth, root canal treatment is performed. A
small opening is made on the biting surface of
the tooth to gain access to the root canal spaces.
Then the dead or dying tissue and bacteria
are removed using fine instruments and
antibacterial solutions and medications. In
our office we utilize the GentleWave
technology for the highest level of cleaning.
This allows the body a chance to heal from
the insult of the inflammation and infection.
Once the root canal space has been cleaned,
a permanent root filling is placed inside the
canal space with a root filling sealer. Depending
on the subsequent treatment planned for the
tooth, a temporary or permanent restoration
is then placed on the biting surface of the tooth
to prevent leakage of bacteria back inside the
tooth.
Once root canal treatment is completed and a
permanent filling has been placed, many teeth
require a crown/cap to aid in the structural
stability of the tooth and help with the
prevention of future cracks or fractures.
The ideal long term result is that the tooth is
maintained, all symptoms resolve, and any
bone destruction from the disease heals over
time.
A normal tooth that is split down the middle
looks like this. There is enamel on the top (the
white part you see when you smile) and then
underneath, every tooth has roots that keep it
secure in the bone. The tooth is attached to
bone with small ligaments that help support
the tooth when you chew. Inside the roots is a
root canal space (hence the term "root canal
treatment") where nerves, blood vessels, and
cells are contained that helped your tooth form.
Different things throughout life (such as cracks,
cavities, fractures, trauma, and crowns) allow
bacteria to get inside the root canal space.
First this causes inflammation of the pulp
and left long enough it will cause the death of
the pulp tissue and lead to infection. This
infection can result in pain and swelling.
Pain over the course of this process can range
from sharp, radiating, dull, achy, and throbbing.
In an effort to remove the disease and save the
tooth, root canal treatment is performed. A
small opening is made on the biting surface of
the tooth to gain access to the root canal spaces.
Then the dead or dying tissue and bacteria
are removed using fine instruments and
antibacterial solutions and medications.
In our office we utilize the GentleWave technology for the highest level of cleaning. It is
this effort that gives the body a chance to heal
from the insult of the inflammation and
infection.
Once the root canal space has been cleaned,
a permanent root filling is placed inside the
canal space with a root filling sealer. Depending
on the subsequent treatment planned for the
tooth, a temporary or permanent restoration
is then placed on the biting surface of the tooth
to prevent leakage of bacteria back inside the
tooth.
Once root canal treatment is completed and a
permanent filling has been placed, many teeth
require a crown/cap to aid in the structural
stability of the tooth and help with the
prevention of future cracks or fractures.
The ideal long term result is that the tooth is
maintained, all symptoms resolve, and any
bone destruction from the disease heals over
time.
A normal tooth that is split down the middle
looks like this. There is enamel on the top (the
white part you see when you smile) and then
underneath, every tooth has roots that keep it
secure in the bone. The tooth is attached to
bone with small ligaments that help support
the tooth when you chew. Inside the roots is a
root canal space (hence the term "root canal
treatment") where nerves, blood vessels, and
cells are contained that helped your tooth form.
Different things throughout life (such as cracks,
cavities, fractures, trauma, and crowns) allow
bacteria to get inside the root canal space.
First this causes inflammation of the pulp
and left long enough it will cause the death of
the pulp tissue and lead to infection. This
infection can result in pain and swelling.
Pain over the course of this process can range
from sharp, radiating, dull, achy, and throbbing.
In an effort to remove the disease and save the
tooth, root canal treatment is performed. A
small opening is made on the biting surface of
the tooth to gain access to the root canal spaces.
Then the dead or dying tissue and bacteria
are removed using fine instruments and
antibacterial solutions and medications. It is
this effort that gives the body a chance to heal
from the insult of the inflammation and
infection.
Once the root canal space has been cleaned,
a permanent root filling is placed inside the
canal space with a root filling sealer. Depending
on the subsequent treatment planned for the
tooth, a temporary or permanent restoration
is then placed on the biting surface of the tooth
to prevent leakage of bacteria back inside the
tooth.
Once root canal treatment is completed and a
permanent filling has been placed, many teeth
require a crown/cap to aid in the structural
stability of the tooth and help with the
prevention of future cracks or fractures.
The ideal long term result is that the tooth is
maintained, all symptoms resolve, and any
bone destruction from the disease heals over
time.
A normal tooth that is split down the middle
looks like this. There is enamel on the top (the
white part you see when you smile) and then
underneath, every tooth has roots that keep it
secure in the bone. The tooth is attached to
bone with small ligaments that help support
the tooth when you chew. Inside the roots is a
root canal space (hence the term "root canal
treatment") where nerves, blood vessels, and
cells are contained that helped your tooth form.
A normal tooth that is split down the middle
looks like this. There is enamel on the top (the
white part you see when you smile) and then
underneath, every tooth has roots that keep it
secure in the bone. The tooth is attached to
bone with small ligaments that help support
the tooth when you chew. Inside the roots is a
root canal space (hence the term "root canal
treatment") where nerves, blood vessels, and
cells are contained that helped your tooth form.
Different things throughout life (such as cracks,
cavities, fractures, trauma, and crowns) allow
bacteria to get inside the root canal space.
First this causes inflammation of the pulp
and left long enough it will cause the death of
the pulp tissue and lead to infection. This
infection can result in pain and swelling.
Pain over the course of this process can range
from sharp, radiating, dull, achy, and throbbing.
Different things throughout life (such as cracks,
cavities, fractures, trauma, and crowns) allow
bacteria to get inside the root canal space.
First this causes inflammation of the pulp
and left long enough it will cause the death of
the pulp tissue and lead to infection. This
infection can result in pain and swelling.
Pain over the course of this process can range
from sharp, radiating, dull, achy, and throbbing.
In an effort to remove the disease and save the
tooth, root canal treatment is performed. A
small opening is made on the biting surface of
the tooth to gain access to the root canal spaces.
Then the dead or dying tissue and bacteria
are removed using fine instruments and
antibacterial solutions and medications. In our office we utilize the GentleWave technology for the highest level of cleaning.It is
this effort that gives the body a chance to heal
from the insult of the inflammation and
infection.
In an effort to remove the disease and save the
tooth, root canal treatment is performed. A
small opening is made on the biting surface of
the tooth to gain access to the root canal spaces.
Then the dead or dying tissue and bacteria
are removed using fine instruments and
antibacterial solutions and medications. In our office we utilize the GentleWave technology for the highest level of cleaning.It is
this effort that gives the body a chance to heal
from the insult of the inflammation and
infection.
Once the root canal space has been cleaned,
a permanent root filling is placed inside the
canal space with a root filling sealer. Depending
on the subsequent treatment planned for the
tooth, a temporary or permanent restoration
is then placed on the biting surface of the tooth
to prevent leakage of bacteria back inside the
tooth.
Once the root canal space has been cleaned,
a permanent root filling is placed inside the
canal space with a root filling sealer. Depending
on the subsequent treatment planned for the
tooth, a temporary or permanent restoration
is then placed on the biting surface of the tooth
to prevent leakage of bacteria back inside the
tooth.
Once root canal treatment is completed and a
permanent filling has been placed, many teeth
require a crown/cap to aid in the structural
stability of the tooth and help with the
prevention of future cracks or fractures.
The ideal long term result is that the tooth is
maintained, all symptoms resolve, and any
bone destruction from the disease heals over
time.
Once root canal treatment is completed and a
permanent filling has been placed, many teeth
require a crown/cap to aid in the structural
stability of the tooth and help with the
prevention of future cracks or fractures.
The ideal long term result is that the tooth is
maintained, all symptoms resolve, and any
bone destruction from the disease heals over
time.
While modern technology does not produce quality treatment itself, we seek to utilize the most modern endodontic technology available to aid us in providing the highest quality diagnosis and treatment. Three of the most significant, sophisticated, and incredibly valuable technologies we utilize are multisonic cleaning of the root canal system (GentleWave), 3-dimensional imaging (CBCT) and the dental operating microscope. In addition, we employ many other technologically advanced practices such as digital x-rays, microscope aided digital photography, conservative rotary instrumentation, and electronic record keeping.
We are excited to be the first office in Charlotte to be certified for the GentleWave irrigation protocol. Root canal procedures can save infected or damaged teeth by removing the bacteria and infected tissue from inside the tooth. The GentleWave System represents an innovative way of cleaning the root canal system. With breakthrough Multisonic Ultracleaning technology, a comfortable yet powerful vortex of treatment fluids is created through multiple waves of broad spectrum acoustic energy enabling treatment fluids to reach and clean every surface on the inside of the tooth. Tissue, debris and bacteria are virtually eliminated, even in the microscopic tubules that traditional methods cannot reach. This provides an unprecedented level of disinfection and a degree of cleaning that before has not been possible. Due to its sophistication and unique cleaning ability, root canal treatments utilizing the GentleWave technology can usually be completed at the highest level in just one visit. In addition, because Multisonic Ultracleaning technology is so effective at cleaning and disinfecting the root canal system, you will be less likely to require additional treatments in years to come.
3D imaging is utilized for many patients to give Dr. Carruth the most complete amount of diagnostic information. This aids in more accurate diagnosis as well as more appropriate and conservative treatment. 3D imaging has recently been recognized as the preferred imaging technique for many endodontic treatment scenarios by the American Associate of Endodontists and the American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Radiologists.
The dental operating microscope allows for significantly more illumination (LED) and magnification of the tooth (from 2.1 to 19.2 times the size of the actual object). Dr. Carruth is able to visualize various anatomy, canals, cracks, decay, and obstructions in a way not possible by the unaided eye . This enables Dr. Carruth to provide more accurate, efficient, and conservative treatment. Dr. Carruth's assistants also view the tooth through the microscope allowing them to see what he sees.
3D imaging is utilized for many patients to give Dr. Carruth the most complete amount of diagnostic information. This aids in more accurate diagnosis as well as more appropriate and conservative treatment. 3D imaging has recently been recognized as the preferred imaging technique for many endodontic treatment scenarios by the American Associate of Endodontists and the American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Radiologists.
The dental operating microscope allows for significantly more illumination (LED) and magnification of the tooth (from 2.1 to 19.2 times the size of the actual object). Dr. Carruth is able to visualize various anatomy, canals, cracks, decay, and obstructions in a way not possible by the unaided eye . This enables Dr. Carruth to provide more accurate, efficient, and conservative treatment. Dr. Carruth's assistants also view the tooth through the microscope allowing them to see what he sees.
