Root Canal Therapy in Fountain Valley

SAVING TEETH WHENEVER POSSIBLE.

When a tooth becomes badly infected, there are usually two choices: save it with root canal therapy or remove it with an extraction.

At KYT Dental Services, we evaluate your tooth carefully and recommend the best option for your long-term health.

Why Root Canal Therapy Matters

An infected tooth won’t heal on its own. Without treatment, infection can spread deeper, leading to severe pain, bone loss, or even affecting your overall health. Root canal therapy:

🦷 Removes infection while preserving your natural tooth
💎 Restores strength with a crown so you can chew normally
😁 Maintains your natural bite and smile
🛡️ Prevents the need for extraction in many cases

The KYT Difference

Not all root canals are the same. Here’s how we protect your smile:

Precision

Digital imaging and rotary tools ensure accuracy and efficiency.

Transparency

We explain when saving a tooth is realistic — and when extraction may be the better option.

Comfort

Gentle anesthesia and modern techniques make the procedure feel no different than a filling.

Root Canal vs. Extraction

Which Option Is Right for You?

Not all treatments for infection are the same — some save your tooth, while others remove it entirely.

Root Canal Therapy

For healthy gums and prevention

✨ Removes infection while keeping your natural tooth in place
✨ Restores chewing strength with a crown
✨ Preserves jawbone and prevents nearby teeth from shifting
✨ Often less long-term dental work compared to replacement

Bottom Line: If the tooth has enough healthy structure left, root canal therapy is often the preferred option for saving it.

Extraction

For gum disease and bone protection

⚠️ Necessary if the tooth is too damaged, fractured, or infected beyond repair
⚠️ Removes pain and infection completely
⚠️ Requires a replacement (implant, bridge, or denture) to restore function and appearance
⚠️ Prevents ongoing dental emergencies with non-restorable teeth

Bottom Line: Extraction is the right solution when saving the tooth isn’t possible, and replacement options can restore both function and appearance.

What to Expect

Root Canal Therapy:

Local anesthetic to ensure comfort
Infected pulp removed from inside the tooth
Canal cleaned, disinfected, and sealed
Crown placed to restore strength and appearance

Extraction:

Local anesthetic to numb the area
Tooth gently loosened and removed
Gauze or sutures placed to protect the site
Healing period before replacement options (implant, bridge, or denture)

How We Decide

Every case is unique. We use digital imaging, careful exams, and years of experience to determine if your tooth can be saved. If a root canal is realistic, we’ll recommend it. If not, we’ll guide you through safe extraction and the best replacement options.

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