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Root Canal Treatment

During a root canal, Dr. Harris will remove decay and bacteria in and around your tooth and fill it will material to help restore your tooth's original strength, look, and function.

Fractures or trauma, in addition to decay and infection, can sometimes cause the need for a root canal. Some of these problems, however, are hard to notice ourselves. Here is a list of signs to look for which may indicate a diseased or decaying tooth:

an abscess on your gums
pain while chewing
severe toothache
hot/cold sensitivity
swelling or tenderness around your tooth

If you have any of the symptoms above, or have questions about root canals, please give us a call today.

Frequently Asked Questions

How does a tooth decay?

A tooth decays through a process of bacteria and food wearing down your teeth. That bacteria and food eventually release acids that attack your teeth after eating. Because these acids can wear down enamel, they will also cause tooth decay.

If not treated, tooth decay can cause infection and tooth loss, but you can prevent this by brushing and flossing daily and regularly visiting Dr. Harris for check-ups. Avoiding sugar can also help prevent tooth decay.

Unfortunately, tooth decay doesn't usually cause symptoms and can only be diagnosed by your dentist. If tooth decay is left unnoticed and causes infection, you may notice a toothache.

If you have any questions about tooth decay or would like to set up an appointment, please contact us today.

Meet Our Doctor:

Andrew Harris DDS

Dr. Andrew B. Harris was born in Nashville, Tennessee where he went on to earn his BS in Biology from Tennessee State University. Dr. Harris continued on with his education and training at Meharry Medical College, where he earned his DDS degree from the School of Dentistry and his MSPH from the school of Graduate Studies. After earning his DDS degree, he completed his residency program with Meharry Medical College in Hospital Dentistry.

Dr. Harris has spent time as Dental Director of the Nashville Downtown Clinic within the Wilson County Health ...