Dr. Ponder provides gentle, effective root canal therapy to eliminate infection and pain while preserving your natural tooth. With advanced training in endodontics, she can help you keep your smile healthy and complete.
Root canal therapy becomes necessary when the pulp inside your tooth becomes infected or severely damaged. Dr. Ponder has completed additional training in endodontics, including intensive coursework in California with leading professors who pushed her skills to new levels.
This procedure allows us to save your natural tooth rather than extracting it, preserving your bite and smile while eliminating pain. Dr. Ponder takes great satisfaction in being able to tell patients in pain, “I’ve got this,” and providing that immediate relief they desperately need.
During root canal therapy, Dr. Ponder carefully removes the infected or damaged pulp from inside your tooth, thoroughly cleans and disinfects the root canals, and then seals the space to prevent further infection. The procedure is performed under local anesthesia to ensure your comfort.
Using modern techniques and technology, Dr. Ponder can often complete root canal treatment in a single visit. Her advanced training allows her to handle complex cases with confidence, focusing on preserving as much of your natural tooth structure as possible.
Root canal therapy allows you to preserve your natural tooth rather than having it extracted, maintaining your natural bite and avoiding the need for tooth replacement.
The procedure eliminates the infection and inflammation causing your pain, providing immediate relief and allowing you to return to normal activities comfortably.
Saving your natural tooth with root canal therapy is typically more cost-effective than extraction followed by tooth replacement with an implant or bridge.
Signs that may indicate the need for root canal therapy include severe tooth pain when biting down, prolonged sensitivity to hot or cold, swelling and tenderness in nearby gums, or a persistent or recurring pimple on the gums.
With modern anesthesia techniques, root canal treatment should not be painful. Dr. Ponder ensures you’re completely comfortable throughout the procedure, and most patients experience significant pain relief afterward.
Most root canal treatments can be completed in one or two visits, depending on the complexity of your case. Dr. Ponder will discuss the expected timeline during your consultation.
After root canal treatment, your tooth will typically need a crown to protect and strengthen it. Dr. Ponder will discuss the best restoration option and timeline for your specific situation.
Root canal therapy has a high success rate when performed properly. With good oral hygiene and regular dental care, a tooth that has had root canal treatment can last a lifetime.
Contact Information:
📍 7037 Canal Blvd, Ste 206-207,
Lakeview, New Orleans, LA
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