Endodontics
Root Canals Therapy
Dr. Joyce Wu Dental (Richmond) specializes in root canal therapy, also known as endodontic treatment, which is a dental procedure performed to save a severely decayed or infected tooth. During the procedure, Dr. Joyce Wu’s dental team removes the damaged pulp from the tooth’s root canal, cleans and disinfects the area, and then fills it with a biocompatible material. This process relieves pain, prevents the spread of infection, and allows the tooth to be preserved and restored with a dental crown or filling. Root canal therapy is a common and effective treatment for maintaining the function and appearance of a natural tooth.
Open and Drain
Dr. Joyce Wu Dental (Richmond) specializes in open and drain procedures, a specific procedure used to address infections within the tooth’s root canal system. When an infection or abscess is present, Dr. Joyce Wu‘s experienced endodontist team may perform an open and drain procedure. It involves creating an access point in the tooth, usually through a small hole in the crown, to reach the infected area. The pus and debris are then drained out, and the area is thoroughly cleaned and disinfected. This process helps alleviate pain, promote healing, and facilitate successful root canal treatment or eventual tooth extraction if necessary.
Apicoectomy
Dr. Joyce Wu Dental (Richmond) specializes in performing apicoectomies, a surgical procedure used to treat persistent infections at the root tip of a tooth. Also known as root-end resection, an apicoectomy involves removing the infected tissue, cleaning the area, and sealing the root tip to prevent further infection. This procedure is typically performed when a root canal treatment fails or is not feasible. With Dr. Joyce Wu’s dental team’s expertise, patients can expect precise and effective apicoectomies to alleviate pain, promote healing, and preserve their natural tooth structure.
