Endodontics San Jose

Why would I need an endodontic procedure?

Endodontic treatment is necessary when the pulp becomes inflamed or infected. The inflammation or infection can have a variety of causes: deep decay, repeated dental procedures on the tooth or a crack or chip in the tooth. In addition, a blow to a tooth may cause pulp damage even if the tooth has no visible chip or cracks. If pulp inflammation is left untreated, it can cause pain or lead to an abscess. Signs of pulp damage include pain, prolonged sensitivity to heat or cold, discoloration of the tooth and swelling and tenderness in the nearby gum. Sometimes there are no symptoms.

How does Endodontic treatment save the tooth?

Dr. Malek removes the inflamed or infected pulp, carefully cleans and shapes the inside of the tooth, then fills and seals the space. Afterwards, you will return to your dentist, who will place a crown or other restoration on the tooth to protect and restore it to full function. After restoration, the tooth continues to function like any other tooth.
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Will I feel pain during or after the procedure?

Many endodontic procedures are performed to relieve the pain of toothaches caused by pulp inflammation or infection. With modern techniques and anesthetics most patient report that they are comfortable during the procedures.

For the first few days after treatment, you tooth may feel sensitive, especially if there was pain or infection before the procedure. This discomfort can be relieved with over-the-counter or prescription medications. Follow Dr. Malek’s instruction carefully.

Your tooth may continue to feel slightly different from your other teeth for some time after your endodontic treatment is completed. However, if you have severe pain or pressure, or pain that lasts more than a few days, call Dr. Malek’s office at 408-225-7010.

Endodontic treatment can often be performed in one or two visits and involves the following steps:

Will the tooth need any spacial care or additional treatment?

You should not chew or bite on the treated tooth until you have had it restored by your dentist. The unrestored tooth is susceptible to fracture, so you should see your dentist for a full restoration as soon as possible. otherwise, you need only practice good oral hygiene, includes brushing, flossing and regular checkups and cleaning.

Most endodontically treated teeth last as long as other natural teeth. In a few cases, a tooth that has undergone endodontic treatment fails to heal or the pain continues. Occasionally the tooth may become painful or diseased months or even years after successful treatment. Often when this happens, another endodontic procedure can save the tooth.

What causes an endodontically treated tooth to need additional treatment?

New trauma, deep decay or a loose, cracked or broken filling can cause new infection in your tooth. In some cases, the endodontist may discover very narrow or curved canals that could not be treated during the initial procedure.

Can all teeth be treated endodontically?

Most teeth can be treated. Occasionally, a tooth can be saved because the root canals are not accessible, the root is severely fractured, the tooth doesn’t have adequate bone support or the tooth cannot be restored. However, advances in endodontics are making it possible to save teeth that even a few years ago would have been lost. And, when endodontic treatment is not effective, endodontic surgery may be able to save the tooth.
What is endodontic surgery?

What is endodontic surgery?

The most common endodontic surgical procedure is called an apicoectomy or root-end resection. When inflammation or infection persists in the end of your tooth after endodontic treatment. In this procedure, Dr. Malek opens the gum tissue near the tooth to expose the underlying bone and the infected tissue is removed. The very end of the root is also removed and a small filling may be placed to seal the root canal. Local anesthetics make the procedure comfortable and most patients return to their normal activities the next day.

What are the alternatives to endodontic treatment?

Dental implants offers an alternative that we perform when saving the tooth is not the best option.

To learn more about the Endodontic Services we provide or to schedule an appointment,
please contact your San Jose Endodontist Dr. Malek Today (408) 225-7010!

I got a root canal a few years ago from an infected cracked tooth and it was my first. The whole experience there was fantastic. I’ve had fillings done that caused more pain than his root canal procedure. The only thing was when the anesthesia wears off later, you’re gonna have some random soreness and pain in your mouth. Great Dr. and staff. I actually may have to go back to him in the next week or two and am actually looking forward to it.

Damion V.
San Jose, CA
I was in pain and needed a root canal. When I called they took me in right away. The staff was very friendly and professional. They made me feel comfortable (as much as possible). Dr. Malek made me comfortable by relieving the pain right away. The procedure itself was quick and painless. It took less than an hour. The shots were administered painlessly too. The staff called me the next day to follow up on my treatment and make sure everything was ok, which it was. I highly recommend Dr. Malek and his staff.

Nazanin S.
San Jose, CA
I went to Dr. Malek for 3 root canals (cavities drilled too deep by another dentist). After being numbed up, the procedure went by very quickly. Dr. Malek was very efficient and finished much faster than expected. His staff is very friendly, and though you pay quite a bit for the procedure; you get what you pay for. I have not had any problems with the root canals I had done; and that was 8 months ago. He is so comfortable with the procedure that his calmness helps to make the experience almost pleasant. If you have had trouble with dentists before and need a root canal done right, I recommend Dr. Malek.

Karla O.
San Jose, CA
Expecting lengthy procedure but went pretty quickly for 2 teeth root canal. In and out zero pain. Great team great experience!

San Jose
Dr. Malek and the staff are amazing …they are kind and thoughtful… very helpful and very quick and efficient. They have a a nice office . It’s very nice calming environment.

San Jose
I was having a lot of pain. I called my general dentist and she gave me Dr. Malek phone number. I called and they got me in that day thank god. The staff was great!!!! The Dr. was very nice and talked me through the whole root canal. I would definitely tell my family and friends.

Mike R.
San Jose, CA