Treating Tooth Perforation at First Choice Dental of NJ
What Is Tooth Perforation?
When a hole develops in the root or crown of a tooth, it is referred to as a perforation. This type of defect can arise from internal or external root resorption, or in certain cases from the removal of excessive tooth structure during root canal preparation. Perforations pose a serious threat to the affected tooth, and treatment is necessary if the tooth is to be retained.
Treatment for Tooth Perforation
Prognosis for a perforated tooth depends on several factors: perforations located nearer the root apex, those of smaller diameter, and those addressed soon after they occur tend to respond more favorably to repair using a biocompatible restorative material. When the perforation is more extensive or complex, surgical intervention combined with guided tissue regeneration procedures may be necessary.
How Can Dr. Donn Help Me?
Tooth perforation is an unfortunate reality of a small percentage of root canal treatments, but you can be confident that Dr. Donn has all the tools, training, and knowledge to give every tooth the best chance for success. If you have any questions about how we treat tooth perforation at First Choice Dental of NJ, just give us a call at 856-424-7477 or send us an email.