Root Canal Therapy When the pulp or the "nerve center" of a tooth becomes unhealthy, two alternative treatments are available: extraction of the tooth or root canal therapy. Root canal therapy permits the tooth to be retained and restores its health so that it can function normally and look natural. (First) In a tooth where the pulp is exposed or unhealthy, an opening is made through the crown into the root canal system. Local anesthesia is used when there is still sensation in the pulp. The length of the root canal is measured, and then the pulp is carefully removed from the canal. The canal is cleaned and shaped. A cotton pellet impregnated with a medicinal agent is placed into the tooth to help reduce bacteria, and a temporary filling is placed on the tooth until the next visit. (Next) The temporary filling and cotton pellet are removed and the canal is cleaned and shaped to prepare it for filling. Local anesthesia may again be used this visit if there is sensation in the pulp. (Third) The temporary filling is removed and the canal is dried with absorbent paper points. When the dentist determines that the root canal therapy is ready for completion, gutta percha points coated with endodontic cement are used to completely seal the root canal system. Whenever root canal therapy is performed, we strongly recommend that a "post build up" and crown be placed on the tooth. Complete Dentures In our dental office, we make complete dentures in five separate steps: Step One: An initial impression is taken, along with a counter impression of the opposing teeth. Step Two: A final impression is taken using the "custom tray." This impression is more exact than the initial impression. Step Three: The special plastic and wax plates are trimmed and measured by the dentist to assure a proper bite. This process is called "bite registration." Step Four: On this visit the plastic plates with teeth are fitted into the patient's mouth. It is on this visit that the appearance of the teeth is checked. If you would like a different color, size, or tooth appearance, this is the visit to inform the dentist. Step Five: The denture is inserted in the patient's mouth and is complete. Some minor adjustments will be made by the dentist to make the denture as comfortable as possible. Smile!

Murad K. Thakur, BDS, MAGD
5480 Curry Ford Road • Orlando, FL  32812
(407) 275-7703

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