Root canal therapy is an endodontic procedure. 

Signs and symptoms indicating you may need a root canal:

• Spontaneous pain without eating or drinking or 
• Extreme sensitivity to cold
• “Hot tooth” that feels better with drinking ice water
• Pain with pressure and chewing
• Inflammation, swelling, or tenderness in the gum 
• Tooth discoloration and darkening
  

Root canal is a common procedure for restoring an infected tooth, or a tooth with a large cavity or fracture that affects the nerve of the tooth. Root canal is also indicated in cases when the tooth has an abscess or nerve damage due to trauma.  

Root canal treatment is a procedure that helps with elimination of bacteria from the infected root canal, prevent reinfection of the tooth and save the natural tooth. During root canal treatment, after ensuring you are numb and comfortable, the inflamed or infected pulp is removed and the inside of the tooth is carefully cleaned and disinfected, then filled and sealed. Root canal treated teeth are typically restored with a crown or onlay/inlay restoration for better seal and stability.   

Dental implants are made from titanium or zirconia and can offer the most non-invasive solution for replacement of a missing tooth. Dental implants can be an ideal treatment both in terms of function and aesthetic, providing options for patients missing single or multiple teeth. Today dental implants allow for replacement of teeth in fully edentulous patients while providing a fixed prosthesis that gives patients a beautiful smile and function. At Transcendental, we believe in providing dentistry that is supported by the latest research and technological advancement and backed by empirical data. This is why Dr. Mohajer’s implant surgical protocol involves use of the most reliable implant components in the market and guided surgical technique with help of 3D imaging and planning technology to ensure the most accurate and predictable results.

Tooth Extraction

Sometimes a tooth is compromised such that it is not restorable or has a very poor prognosis. These teeth need to be extracted before they cause additional problems such as oral infection or more severe health issues. Luckily, modern dentistry offers many options to replace teeth that must be extracted.

Bone grafting and socket preservation

In unfortunate circumstances where a tooth is deemed unrestorable and has to be removed, the jaw bone surrounding the tooth space, also referred to as the socket, goes through remodeling during the healing process. This is because the bone does not serve the purpose of holding the tooth anymore. This remodeling of the bone can cause drastic resorption of the bone in the area of the missing tooth, and can lead to more severe consequences such as shifting of teeth and malocclusion. This is why today’s standard of care recommends taking steps to preserve the bone structure by bone grafting and socket preservation at the time of extraction. During this procedure, the socket is packed with bone graft particles to function as a matrix for your own cells and bioregenerative material is used to help enhance your cells’ ability to heal while preserving the integrity of the bone structure in your jaw.

Your children are always welcome. Dr. Mohajer and the team love children and will do everything they can to make your children feel comfortable and cared-for. The team is also happy to teach each child how to brush, floss and eat properly as we believe that preventative treatment is the best approach for a good head start on a lifetime of healthy smiles. 

Dr. Mohajer monitors your child’s growth and development at each regular visit. 

Your child deserves the most compassionate care and we are here to make that happen.

Healthy Gums For Healthy Smiles

Periodontal disease, including gingivitis and periodontitis, is the number one cause of tooth loss in adults. That's because your gums form the foundation of your teeth and your smile. The best way to keep your teeth healthy is to maintain healthy gums that are free of periodontal disease.  A thorough periodontal assessment is a key part of an oral health evaluation. It helps us determine the condition of the underlying foundation before dental care is initiated. 

Signs of gum disease includes bleeding, swelling, redness, sensitivity,  and pain on and around the gum. 

Besides emphasis on daily oral hygiene routine, to keep your periodontal health,  we recommend professional dental cleaning every six months to allow for removal of plaque and calculus that accumulate in hard to reach areas in the mouth. 

Neglecting oral hygiene can lead to gum disease known as gingivitis, and in more severe cases, periodontitis. Periodontitis is diagnosed with presence of bone loss and deeper pocketing around the teeth. Periodontitis is a chronic disease and though there is no cure for chronic gum disease, there is treatment to help stop the progression of the disease  and stabilize your gum health. 

In case of presence of periodontitis, deep scaling and root planing to ensure the elimination of tartar, dental plaque and bacteria is indicated. In most cases when periodontal disease is present, follow up maintenance visit for cleaning is recommended for every 3-4 months to help eliminate plaque accumulation in deeper pockets around the teeth and buildup of calculus. 

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Dr. Mohajer also provides dental services for the Special Needs population by providing the following in office sedation services. Please contact us at Transcendental to learn more.

• IV Sedation
• Oral Sedation
• Nitrous  Oxide also known as “laughing Gas”