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Root Canal Treatment

What It Is

A specialized dental procedure designed to treat infection or damage within the tooth’s pulp, the innermost layer containing nerves and blood vessels. Root canal treatment removes the infected pulp, disinfects the inside of the tooth, and seals it to prevent reinfection, preserving your natural tooth while alleviating pain.

Why It Matters +
When Do You Need It

Root canal treatment is essential to save a damaged tooth and prevent the need for extraction. This service is ideal if you:
Experience persistent toothache or sensitivity, even after a standard restorative measure was taken.
1

Experience persistent toothache or sensitivity, even after a standard restorative measure was taken.

Notice swelling, tenderness, or discoloration around a tooth.
2

Notice swelling, tenderness, or discoloration around a tooth.

3

Have deep decay or trauma affecting the tooth.

Root Canal Treatment

How It Helps

Eliminates pain caused by infection or inflammation

Eliminates pain caused by infection or inflammation.

Preserves your natural tooth, maintaining your smile

Preserves your natural tooth, maintaining your smile.

Prevents further complications, such as abscesses or bone loss

Prevents further complications, such as abscesses or bone loss.

Procedure Breakdown

X-rays are taken to assess the tooth and determine the extent of damage.
1

Examination

X-rays are taken to assess the tooth and determine the extent of damage.
The infected pulp is removed, and the tooth is cleaned and disinfected.
2

Treatment

The infected pulp is removed, and the tooth is cleaned and disinfected.
The tooth is sealed and restored, often with a crown, for protection and durability.
3

Sealing

The tooth is sealed and restored, often with a crown, for protection and durability.

Common Problems Solved

  • Severe tooth pain or sensitivity
  • Infections or abscesses around the tooth
  • Deep cavities or trauma
have a question?

Quick answers to questions you may have

local anesthesia will be administered to ensure minimal discomfort

Most cases are completed in 2 or more visits, depending on the complexity of the issue.

In most cases, a crown/dental overlay is recommended to strengthen and protect the treated tooth.

Each session typically lasts 1-2 hours, depending on the complexity of the case.

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