When issues arise with the pulp and root of a tooth, then root canal treatment may be necessary to save the tooth and relieve dental pain. A root canal may be needed when there is significant decay, when a tooth breaks, or when a traumatic dental injury occurs.

During root canal treatment, our dental specialists will carefully remove the pulp inside the tooth, disinfect and shape the root canal, and place a sedative filling inside the tooth.

Yes, often root canal treatment will relieve your dental pain altogether. Sometimes, if the tooth is cracked, this may result in a tooth that is not savable and needs to be extracted. If this is the case, we can talk to you about replacing your tooth with a dental implant, which is also performed by our dentists in-house.

Tooth Pain

Tooth pain is not always a serious problem unless the sensitivity remains for a long period of time. It may be caused by minor decay, or gum recession that exposes the root. If you are experiencing pain, it’s important to see one of our dentists as soon as possible.

Cracked Teeth

Cracked teeth can exhibit erratic pain when you chew foods to sudden pain when your tooth is exposed to hot or cold. It is important to address cracked teeth as soon as possible, as a dental crown may be needed and can sometimes prevent more costly treatment.

Abscessed Teeth

If your mouth or jaw is aching, this is often the sign that a more serious infection lies underneath the tooth and gum. When the nerve of a tooth dies, it forms an abscess around the tooth. Sometimes antibiotics are needed to get rid of the abscess, but it will reform if the underlying dying nerve is not removed.