Illness and Root Canal Treatment

No Proven Scientific Connection Between Illness And Root Canal Treatment

For many years disinformation has been spreading, primarily on the Internet suggesting that root canal treatment contributes to illness and disease. In truth, there is little evidence to support these unfounded claims. Scientific studies, evidence and research clearly indicate that root canal treated teeth will not result in disease in other parts of the body. Root canal treatment is safe, reliable and considered to be a highly successful routine procedure.

Improving Overall Dental Health

In fact, root canal treatment is intended to produce the complete opposite results as suggested by potentially confusing misinformation. The treatment is designed to eliminate bacteria from an infected root canal. This ultimately stops any possible reinfection of the tooth, thereby saving the natural tooth and improving overall dental health. Most importantly, a root canal procedure is desirable simply due to the fact that it can be used in lieu of having teeth extracted. Tooth extraction is an invasive and traumatic experience that should be avoided if at all possible. When root canal treatment is combined with restoration procedures the natural tooth is ultimately saved.

Supporting Scientific Data Has Proven This Fact

With regard to bacteria found in the mouth, the mere presence of bacteria does not necessarily mean that bacterial infection is likely. In short, normally occurring oral bacteria found at all times in the mouth does not suggest that root canal treatment will result in any type of illness or disease. Supporting scientific data has proven this fact making root canal treatment safe, reliable and highly successful. With tens of thousands of procedures performed each and every year, root canal treatment is a smart alternative to tooth extraction. Contact South Houston Endodontics today for Houston endodontic care that gets results.

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Dr. Kevin K. Sameti

Dr. Sameti received his bachelor of science in Biology from the University of Houston, his dental degree from the University of Texas Dental Branch (Houston), and his Certificate in Endodontics from the Temple University. He is a Clinical Associate Professor at the University of Texas Dental Branch in Houston, where he volunteers to teach soontobedentists art and science of endodontics. He is a specialist member of the American Association of Endodontists. He also maintains membership in the American Dental Association, the Texas Dental Association, and the Greater Houston Dental Society. Last but not least, He loves saving teeth and takes great pride in his work!

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