Endodontic Consultants of San Antonio
Menu
Endodontic Consultants of San Antonio
New Patients : (210) 405-0473
Existing Patients : (210) 497-6699
1130 E. Sonterra Blvd, Suite 140
San Antonio, TX 78258
Patient Login Referring Doctor Login
  • Home
  • About Us
    • Our Doctors
    • Our Team
    • Office Policy
    • Web Stories
  • Services
    • Root Canal Treatment
    • Root Canal Retreatment
    • Endodontic Surgery
    • Traumatic Injuries
    • Endodontic FAQs
    • Conscious Sedation
  • Technology
  • Lectures & Publications
  • Blog
  • Success Stories
  • Contact Us
Endodontic Consultants of San Antonio - Blog

31

Oct

Do You Provide Root Canal Treatment for Children?

  • Dr. Richard Schwartz
  • Endodontic Surgery
Root Canal Treatment for Children in San Antonio TX Area

The doctors at Endodontic Consultants of San Antonio frequently treat children from within a 3 hour radius of San Antonio, TX.  Many of the children require root canal treatment due to deep decay and some have had traumatic dental  injuries. These injuries may have been caused by blows to the face while playing sports or as the result of a fall. There are  specific protocols that must be followed to the letter to get good results when treating damaged teeth. As endodontists, we have special training in these procedures and processes. 

What to expect 

Root canal treatment involves removing  infection that develops in the dental pulp. A healthy pulp contains nerves, vessels, and other soft tissues. It is protected by dentin and enamel. Damage or decay can compromise the protective layers of a tooth and cause infection in the pulp. Root canal treatment removes the infected pulp and  relieves pain and swelling that can result. By restoring the tooth’s health, root canal treatment avoids the need for extraction. The tooth is preserved, not removed. 

Tissues are gently and completely numbed, so your child will not feel anything during the procedure. After the damaged tissues are removed, the tooth is sealed up. For most of our patients, their teeth feel much better immediately after treatment. However, there may be some residual tenderness for a day or two afterward. During this time, we encourage patients to chew on the other side of their mouth. 

Post-treatment, the tooth is like all others, except it can no longer feel the cold or heat. There are no nerves inside of it. But there are still nerves and blood vessels on the outside. So, the tooth is not “dead.”

Call Our Office for More Information
New Patients: (210) 405-0473 | Existing Patients: (210) 497-6699

Other treatments

The alternative to root canal therapy is generally extraction or the removal of the tooth. As endodontists, Dr. Rick Davis and Dr. Rick Schwartz also provide a variety of other procedures on children’s teeth.  In some cases, when the teeth are very compromised, we go great lengths to retain teeth to keep the jaws intact until they are adults.

Request an appointment for your child with Dr. Davis or Dr. Schwartz. Call Endodontic Consultants of San Antonio at (210) 405-0473.

Share this Article



Back to Endodontic Surgery Page

Categories

  • Blog
  • Conscious Sedation
  • Endodontic Surgery
  • Initial Root Canal Retreatment
  • Root Canal
  • Traumatic Injuries

Recent Posts

  • Endodontic Services in San Antonio TX AreaSpecialists in relieving pain and saving damaged teeth
    September 22, 2023
  • Infected Root Tip Removal in San Antonio TX areaFrequently Asked Questions About Endodontic Surgery
    September 13, 2023
  • Root Canal vs. Tooth Extraction Which Is Better in San Antonio TX AreaA Guide to Root Canal Treatment versus Tooth Extraction
    August 14, 2023
  • Cracked Tooth Syndrome in San Antonio TX AreaFrequently Asked Questions About Endodontic Emergencies
    August 14, 2023
  • Surgical Endodontics in San Antonio TX areaOur Specialists Save Damaged Teeth
    July 28, 2023

Success StoriesWhat Patients Say About Us

Read More Stories

LatestBlog Posts

Find some useful information.

Endodontic Services in San Antonio TX Area

Specialists in relieving pain and saving damaged teeth

Endodontic Consultants of San Antonio provide services to treat and preserve teeth with severe decay, cracks, or damageSep 22, 23
Infected Root Tip Removal in San Antonio TX area

Frequently Asked Questions About Endodontic Surgery

At Endodontic Consultants of San Antonio we perform root canal treatment  and specialized types of surgery DrsSep 13, 23
Root Canal vs. Tooth Extraction Which Is Better in San Antonio TX Area

A Guide to Root Canal Treatment versus Tooth Extraction

The enamel that covers our teeth is harder than skeletal bone However, it is still vulnerable to damage causedAug 14, 23
  • Home
  • Contact Us
  • Accessibility Statement
  • Privacy Policy
  • Site Map
Endodontic Consultants of San Antonio

Contact Us

New Patients : (210) 405-0473
Existing Patients : (210) 497-6699
1130 E. Sonterra Blvd, Suite 140
San Antonio, TX 78258

Office Hours

Monday 8:00 am – 5:30 pm
Tuesday 8:00 am – 5:30 pm
Wednesday 8:00 am – 5:30 pm
Thursday 8:00 am – 5:30 pm
Friday Closed
Saturday Closed
Sunday Closed
© 2023 Endodontic Consultants of San Antonio. All Rights Reserved. Powered by www.ekwa.com
  • Home
  • Call
  • Treatments
  • Find us
  • Home
  • About Us
    • Our Doctors
    • Our Team
    • Office Policy
    • Web Stories
  • Services
    • Root Canal Treatment
    • Root Canal Retreatment
    • Endodontic Surgery
    • Traumatic Injuries
    • Endodontic FAQs
    • Conscious Sedation
  • Technology
  • Lectures & Publications
  • Blog
  • Success Stories
  • Patient Login
  • Referring Doctor Login
  • Contact Us
  • Accessibility Statement
  • Privacy Policy
  • Cookie Policy
  • Site Map
  • Root Canal Treatment
  • Root Canal Retreatment
  • Endodontic Surgery
  • Traumatic Injuries
  • Endodontic FAQs
  • Conscious Sedation
  • New Patients:
  • Existing Patients: