Root Canal Treatment

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 pulp. 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 the infection can be identified as visible injury or swelling of the tooth, sensitivity to temperature or pain in the tooth and gums.

If you experience any of these symptoms, your dentist will most likely recommend non-surgical treatment to eliminate the diseased pulp. This injured pulp is removed and the root canal system is thoroughly cleaned and sealed. Root canal 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. Dr. Read and Dr. MacDonald use local anesthesia to eliminate discomfort. In addition, we can provide nitrous oxide analgesia, if you prefer. You will be able to drive home after your treatment, and you probably will be comfortable returning to your normal routine.

An example of a healthy tooth
Healthy Tooth
A tooth anatomy diagram highlighting pulp dentin and canal
Tooth Anatomy
A visual of tooth inflammation showing tooth decay and an inflamed pulp
Inflammation
A representation of a tooth with its canals cleaned
Cleaned Canals
An illustration of root canal filling of a tooth
Filling Placed
An example of a tooth healed by root canal therapy
Healed Tooth

Endodontic Presentation

To provide you with a better understanding of endodontic procedures, we have provided the following multimedia presentation. Many common questions pertaining to root canal therapy are discussed.

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What happens after treatment?

When your root canal therapy has been completed, a record of your treatment will be sent to your referring dentist. You should contact their office for a follow-up restoration within a few weeks of completion at our office. Your referring 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 or microsurgery. If a problem does occur, however, we are available at all times to respond. To prevent further decay, continue to practice good dental hygiene.

How much will a root canal cost?

The cost associated with root canals 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.

 
 

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He was wonderful. Explained things as needed. Was very attentive to how my treatment would merge with another medical treatment I was receiving. He was very knowledgeable and kept my dentist fears calm.

I would highly recommend this office to anyone. 100% pleasant experience. I also have stuck to what I was told for the Tylenol every 6 hours and have had zero pain after the procedure. Thank you for making what everyone said would be a big deal into a walk in the park. Also shout out for the music and head phones I loved being able to play a Pandora station and relax.

- Katie M

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He was wonderful. Explained things as needed. Was very attentive to how my treatment would merge with another medical treatment I was receiving. He was very knowledgeable and kept my dentist fears calm.

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Had a great experience

- Kevin F

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Key is knowledge and this place is amazing definetly do not pass this place .
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Dr. Read a King of his trade amazing experience here and went out of his way to make sure my tooth was in no pain and secure till I get my crown once again incredible visit

Amazing and will return could not say enough about the staff and Dr . Thank You So Much

- Michael J

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Very Nice and accommodating
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Key is knowledge and this place is amazing definetly do not pass this place .
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Dr. Read a King of his trade amazing experience here and went out of his way to make sure my tooth was in no pain and secure till I get my crown once again incredible visit

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Root Canal
Was This Your First Visit?
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Would You Recommend Us To A Friend?
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First time getting a root canal. The doctor and the staff explained the procedure and my treatment options well and helped make me comfortable with the work. Overall a smooth experience.

- Chris B

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Doctor Read was amazing. Immediately put me at ease and ensured that I was comfortable throughout the entire procedure. One of the most professional and friendly dentists I have ever encountered. Should I ever need additional procedures, I would not hesitate to return to this office!!

- Dominic V

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Root Canal
Was This Your First Visit?
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Would You Recommend Us To A Friend?
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Very friendly and nice office, will come back again if need any further work

- Tamara W

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Root Canal
Was This Your First Visit?
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Best dental procedure I have ever had

- Robert G

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Procedure
Root Canal
Was This Your First Visit?
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Would You Recommend Us To A Friend?
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Thank you,

- David Y

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Patient Review

Procedure
Root Canal
Was This Your First Visit?
Yes
Did You Have a Scheduled Appointment?
Yes
Will You Return For Additional Care If Needed?
Yes
Would You Recommend Us To A Friend?
Yes
Courtesy / Friendliness Shown To You By Our Staff Over The Phone:
Rating: 5
Ease Of Scheduling Your Appointment With Our Office:
Rating: 5
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Great experience. First time root canal and they made me feel comfortable! Great staff and doctor

- Leslie P

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Would You Recommend Us To A Friend?
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