Is resin filling used during a root canal at Miami Modern Dental?

Drs. Marlon Pasquier Sr. and Marlon Pasquier Jr. of Miami Modern Dental provide general and restorative services in their state-of-the-art dental practice. When patients visit their practice with a large area of decay or an infection of a tooth, they may need a procedure known as root canal therapy. Root canal therapy is used to remove the inner portion of the natural tooth known as the dental pulp. The dental pulp is a mass of tissues that includes the blood supply and the nerves, which provide life to the tooth. When removed, this can stop pain and infection.

To access the dental pulp, the dentist needs to drill into the tooth and use special instruments to clean the inside of the canals and disinfect the area. Once this is done, gutta percha is used to fill the canals. The tooth is then sealed with resin filling.

Because root canal therapy can weaken a natural tooth, it is important that patients consider the placement of a crown over the top of the tooth. A crown, also known as a "cap," is a restoration made of porcelain that bonds over the tooth to offer protection and strength. Most patients who undergo root canal therapy will require a crown, as the tooth is now more susceptible to damage.

Resin fillings are also used to fill cavities. This material is tooth-colored and is placed in the precise location by a quality dentist. Root canal therapy and restoring areas of decay are the two most common instances in which patients may need resin fillings.

Drs. Marlon Pasquier Sr. and Marlon Pasquier Jr. provide patients with quality restorations and oral treatments such as root canal therapy when necessary. Patients who believe they may require these procedures are encouraged to contact Miami Modern Dental to book an initial examination to determine if this treatment—or any others offered in our practice—are best for restoring the health and beauty of the natural smile.


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