Root Canal Therapy in Michigan City & La Porte, IN

Dr. David Weber and Dr. Michael Kirk have taken a special interest in being proficient in the latest techniques to make root canals more successful and comfortable for our patients. In fact root canal therapy has come a long way and is no more painful or difficult than other dental procedures we perform in our office.

What is Root Canal Therapy?

Root canal therapy is a procedure where a dentist removes bad bacteria from the pulp of a tooth. That bacteria forms inside of the tooth for many reasons. Poor dental health is one of the most common causes. Also, when someone does not fix a cracked tooth, it is easier for bad bacteria to enter and attack the tooth from the inside out. An untreated infection inside of a tooth makes it painful, discolored and could eventually lead to the loss of that tooth.

After root canal therapy is completed, you will have a better chance of preserving the original tooth. In some cases, you may need to have a crown placed on top of the affected tooth to cover up any imperfections or discoloration.

Contact our office about root canal therapy in Michigan City & La Porte and to learn if you might require this procedure. The sooner you complete your root canal therapy, the faster you can be on the road to a healthy, beautiful smile.