Untreated dental decay leads to infection that may spread into the root of a tooth and cause severe pain and discomfort. As the infection moves into the gums and around the tooth, abscesses occasionally form. Instead of removing the tooth, we use state of the art equipment to remove the decay, pulp and nerve from the center of the diseased tooth. We then seal the tooth and fill the interior portion. We recommend adding a porcelain crown to prevent the tooth from fracturing after it is sealed. A comfortable procedure is provided to our patients right here in our office using local anesthesia.