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Dr. Jackie Garcia, D.D.S.

Dentist

Dr. Jackie Garcia is a Dentist practicing in Naperville, IL. Dr. Garcia specializes in preventing, diagnosing, and treating diseases and conditions associated with the mouth and overall dental health. Dentists are trained to carry out such treatment as professional cleaning, restorative, prosthodontic, and endodontic procedures, and performing examinations, among many others.
Dr. Jackie Garcia, D.D.S.
  • Naperville, IL
  • Accepting new patients

The tooth where I need a root canal isn't bothering me. Why do I need it?

It is possible to need a root canal even if the tooth is not hurting. A radiograph will show if infection is present by the root. if it is then the nerve tissue is necrotic and READ MORE
It is possible to need a root canal even if the tooth is not hurting. A radiograph will show if infection is present by the root. if it is then the nerve tissue is necrotic and needs to be removed hence the root canal. Many times it is based on the extent of decay. Deep decay in close proximity to the pulp chamber (where the nerve resides) is also treated with a root canal.