Root Canal Treatment
Comfortable, precise therapy that clears infection, relieves pain, and saves your natural tooth.
A root canal removes infected or inflamed pulp tissue from inside the tooth, cleans and shapes the root canals, and seals the tooth to prevent reinfection. A crown is typically placed afterward to restore full strength and function.
Local anesthesia and sedation if needed are administered. The pulp is removed, canals are carefully cleaned, shaped, and irrigated, then sealed with a biocompatible material. Most cases are completed in one to two visits.
Root canal treatment saves a tooth that would otherwise need extraction. It eliminates pain, clears infection, and protects the surrounding bone and adjacent teeth from further damage.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about root canal treatment.
A root canal treats a tooth whose inner pulp has become infected or inflamed, often from deep decay, a crack, or trauma. The procedure removes that damaged tissue, cleans and shapes the canals, and seals the tooth. This clears the infection and relieves pain. At Concierge Dental Design, a crown is usually placed afterward to restore strength.
Modern root canals are done with thorough numbing and feel similar to getting a filling, so most people are comfortable throughout. The procedure actually relieves the pain caused by the infection. Sedation is available if you feel anxious. Mild tenderness for a day or two afterward is normal and eases quickly.
Most root canals are completed in one or two visits, depending on the tooth and the extent of infection. After the canals are sealed, a crown is often needed to protect the tooth. We will let you know your specific plan and timeline. The goal is to save the tooth efficiently and comfortably.
Keeping your natural tooth preserves your bite, spacing, and jawbone better than removing it. A root canal lets you avoid the cost and steps of replacing the tooth with an implant or bridge. Saving a tooth is almost always the healthiest long-term choice when it is possible. We only suggest extraction when a tooth truly cannot be saved.
The treated tooth may feel tender for a few days, especially when chewing, and over-the-counter pain relief usually handles it. Avoid biting hard on that tooth until the final crown is placed. Most people return to normal activities right away. Contact us if discomfort lingers or increases beyond the first few days.
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