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.
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Dr. Wikle was so incredibly nice and extremely patient and explained everything!! Highly recommend.. Had a root canal and felt nothing and had no pain at all the next day!
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I’m really amazed how fast I was able to get an appointment and procedure competed. Everyone was very caring and helpful. I will be back if I need any further work.
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If you need to see an endodontist, I would highly recommend. Had a root canal, and only had minimal pain from holding my mouth open for so long. Great staff and Doctors. 10/10 as far as a root canal goes.
- Joshua B
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Great experience and honestly one of the least painful dental procedures I've had.
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The customer service was excellent . The dentist was very professional, helpful, and understanding. He sat down with me and explained the details of my dental procedure and situation.
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Very friendly staff. Dr. W took his time explaining options and asst. was wonderful. Would definitely recommend. In fact, anyone who has had an experience with Brookwood Endo. highly recommends.
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Staff and Doctor Thomas turned a bad situation for me into a good outcome. Professional and courteous. Hope I don’t have to use them again, but glad they are there if I do.
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The procedure was quick and pain-free. The doctor and all staff were cordial and helpful.
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I was truly blessed from the time I called and walked into Brookwood Endo. The front desk lady was amazing, by showing true concern for the pain I was in. She even went and got ice for me to help ease the pain. My assistant, Taylor was truly amazing. She treated me like I was family. Her ability to make me feel comfortable before going though the dental procedure was awesome. I was very blessed to have her. And lastly, the doctor was on point. Nice smooth procedure with no pain during or after. I am thankful to Brookwood Endo for great visit. By far the best in the business.
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