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.
Are You Seeking Relief from a Painful or Sensitive Tooth?
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. Thomas, Dr. Powell, Dr. Wikle and Dr. Kaple use local anesthesia to eliminate discomfort. In addition, we will provide nitrous oxide analgesia, if indicated. You will be able to drive home after your treatment, and you probably will be comfortable returning to your normal routine.
Healthy Tooth
Tooth Anatomy
Inflammation
Cleaned Canals
Filling Placed
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.
What happens after treatment?
When your root canal therapy has been completed, a record of your treatment will be sent to your restorative dentist. You should contact their office for a follow-up restoration within a few weeks of completion at our office. Your restorative 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.
Brookwood Endodontics
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Very nice staff and highly competent dentist . Made an awful procedure tolerable.
- John M
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the staffs & the doctor was very nice to me . my procedure went very well & smooth. i would recommend this office to everybody who's in need for care.
- Calvionna
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I have thoroughly enjoyed my experience with Brookwood Endodontics. Dr. Stephen Thomas is a phenomenal healthcare professional who really caters to the needs of his patients. I have always felt heard, safe, and cared for when at Brookwood Endodontics, and I love that the staff goes the extra mile to offer drinks, blankets, or anything else that a patient may need to have a more enjoyable healthcare experience. Luckily, I did not have to undergo treatment, however, if problems were to arise with my teeth in the future I will be sure to visit Dr. Thomas at Brookwood Endodontics first.
- Alex H
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Root canal gets a bad rap. Procedure was quick, easy and relatively painless compared to crowns and other procedures and certainly compared to the reputation that proceeds a root canal.
- Perry W
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Could not have gone any smoother. Thanks to all the staff.
- Robin G
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It was a difficult tooth in which to have a root canal, but the procedure went well, with almost no discomfort. Everything was explained clearly and all the staff were great. I also chose to have only local anesthetic, although more us available.
- Jan P
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I’m definitely recommending more people if needed. And if I need more services will definitely come back.
- Shemika B
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Very courteous and the assistant was super nice and helped put me at easy. Dr.Powell explained everything and did a great job
- Charlotte H
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The overall appointment was great.
- Kenneth E
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This was not only the best dental experience that I’ve ever had, but the best medical experience that ever had. Everyone was amazing nice, the doctor explained everything as he was working and I was pain free after the procedure.
- Richard B
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STAFF WAS A GREAT HELP
- scott p
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The staff was friendly and very helpful. The doctor was excellent. The facility was nice and clean. I am definitely recommending to others.
- Priscilla R
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Great Experience! Everyone in the office was wonderful.
- Amy C
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Dr Powell was Great
- Johnny J
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I have huge dental fears. This place was amazing.
- Samantha S S
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Very Pleased with care. I would not consider another practice.
- James M
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Highly recommend this group! Especially my doctor!
- Meredith A
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I had 2 root canals and was in and out in about an hour and a half. The staff and the doctor were amazing!!
- jennifer H
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The absolute best dental experience I’ve ever had! So thankful for the kind and caring staff and the hilarious jokes Dr. Kapel told me to keep me calm!
- Stephenie W
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I had a root canal procedure and it was very professional and easy. Would highly recommend. Dr. Kapel was one of the best doctor I have ever encountered for this procedure and would definitely ask for him if I ever have anymore problems.
- David H