Dr. Fakhimi is one of the foremost San Diego root canals specialists. He has relieved many San Diego root canals patients from their uncomfortable pain while preserving their teeth. In the page below, Dr. Fakhimi describes root canals and how San Diego root canals patients have benefited from this procedure. A badly infected tooth or one that has significant decay can be salvaged through a root canal therapy. Signs of teeth in need of root canals include minimal or severe pain, tooth discoloration, swelling and irritation in the surrounding gum tissue, as well as signs of infection visible on an x-ray. If root canals are not performed, the teeth can lose their complete functionality and may require extraction all together. A tooth may become infected for a variety of reasons. This may be the cause of severe tooth decay, a crack, or even chip in the tooth. Whatever the reason, when bacteria and debris create an infection within the root, a root canal is necessary. Dr. Fakhimi performs root canals by removing the infected or irritated nerve tissue that lies within the roots of the teeth. The canals are then shaped and filled. Dr. Fakhimi uses the most advanced techniques in endodontics to make sure your visit is comfortable, fast and pain free. Call our San Diego cosmetic dentistry offices today to learn how Dr. Fakhimi can help improve your smile.