TREATMENTS

• Fillings / Restorations
• Dental Sealants
• Dentures
• Bridges
• Dental Implants
• Crowns
• Tooth Extractions
• Gum Disease Laser Therapy
• Root Canal Therapy
• Bonding
• Porcelain Veneers
• Inlays and Onlays
• Teeth Whitening
• Dental Health
  • Oral Hygiene
  • Dental Dictionary
  • Periodontal Maintenance
  • Dental Specialties
  • Prevention

Root Canal Therapy

What is a root canal?

A root canal is one of the most common dental procedures performed, well over 14 million every year. This simple treatment can save your natural teeth and prevent the need of dental implants or bridges.

At the center of your tooth is a  pulp. The pulp is a collection of blood vessels that helps to build the surrounding tooth. Infection of the pulp can be caused by trauma to the tooth, deep decay, cracks and chips, or repeated dental procedures. Symptoms of an infection can be identified through swelling of the tooth or sensitivity to temperature or pain in the tooth and gums.

How is a root canal performed?

The injured pulp is removed and the root canal system is thoroughly cleaned and sealed.  This therapy usually involves local anesthesia and may be completed in one or more visits depending on the treatment required. Success for this type of treatment occurs in about 90% of cases. If your tooth is not amenable to endodontic treatment or the chance of success is unfavorable, you will be informed at the time of consultation or when a complication becomes evident during or after treatment. i I You will be able to drive home after your treatment, and you probably will be comfortable returning to your normal routine.

What happens after treatment?

The dentist will decide on what type of restoration is necessary to protect your tooth. It is rare for endodontic patients to experience complications after routine endodontic treatment.  If a problem does occur, we are available to assist you.  

How much will it cost?

The cost associated with this procedure can vary depending on factors such as the severity of damage to the affected tooth and which tooth is affected. In general, endodontic treatment is much less expensive than tooth removal and replacement with an artificial tooth.