J. Michael Puckett, DDS, is a well established dentist in Jamestown, North Carolina, who emphasizes a preventive approach to oral health care. Taking pride in personalized treatment, J. Michael Puckett, DDS, provides knowledgeable endodontic care that includes root canals that help save infected teeth.
Found within each tooth, the pulp is the soft tissue situated underneath the dentin and enamel layers. A living part of the tooth, it encompasses nerves, blood vessels, and connective tissue, and is essential in the tooth’s development. However, without the pulp, a fully developed tooth is able to maintain its current state, as surrounding tissues also provide nourishment.
Root canals address issues below the gum line that, when left untreated, can lead to abscesses and lost teeth. The procedure involves the placement of biocompatible material within the pulp chamber (after the pulp is removed), in such a way that the tooth and crown are supported and infection eliminated. If it is possible to save a decayed tooth, the root canal is preferred over a dental implant, as it still preserves the natural structure and appearance of the tooth.
