Sometimes a tooth can become damaged or infected deep inside, making root canal treatment necessary to help save it. At Advances in Dentistry, our experienced dentists can evaluate your tooth, determine whether root canal treatment is appropriate, and explain your options. Call Advances in Dentistry today at 405-751-6996 to schedule an appointment with Dr. Corbyn Rhodes or Dr. Angela Windsor, or to learn more about root canal treatment in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma.
Save Your Tooth With Root Canal Treatment
When decay, infection, or injury reaches the inner portion of a tooth, the pulp and nerves can become inflamed or infected. Without treatment, the condition may worsen and could eventually lead to tooth loss.
A root canal is an endodontic treatment designed to remove damaged or infected tissue from inside the tooth, clean and seal the canals, and help preserve the natural tooth whenever possible.
During treatment, our dentists removes the infected or damaged tissue from inside the tooth. The canals are then cleaned, filled, and sealed to help protect the tooth from further infection.
Afterward, a dental crown or another restoration may be placed to help protect and strengthen the tooth.
Root canal treatment can often be completed in one or two visits, depending on the condition of the tooth and the treatment needed.
Signs You May Need a Root Canal
Symptoms that may indicate a problem inside the tooth include:
- Severe or persistent tooth pain
- Pain when biting or chewing
- Lingering sensitivity to hot or cold
- Swelling or tenderness around the gums
- A cracked or damaged tooth
- Discoloration of the tooth
- A dental infection or abscess
Not every toothache requires root canal treatment. An examination and X-rays can help determine what is causing your symptoms and which treatment may be appropriate.
Comfortable Root Canal Treatment in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
Modern dental technology, local anesthetic, and careful treatment planning can help make root canal treatment more comfortable than many patients expect.
Our team will explain what to expect before treatment begins and work to keep you as comfortable as possible throughout your visit.
If dental anxiety makes treatment difficult, you can also ask about our sleep dentistry and comfort options.
Root Canal Treatment and Emergency Dental Care
Sudden or severe tooth pain can sometimes be related to infection or damage inside a tooth. If you are experiencing significant pain, swelling, or another urgent dental problem, contact our office promptly.
Our team also provides emergency dental care for patients who need timely evaluation and treatment.
Schedule a Root Canal Evaluation
If you have persistent tooth pain, sensitivity, swelling, or a damaged tooth, an evaluation can help determine whether root canal treatment may be needed.
At Advances in Dentistry, Dr. Corbyn Rhodes, Dr. Angela Windsor, and our team provide root canal treatment for patients in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma.
Call 405-751-6996 or contact us online to schedule your appointment.
12320 Saint Andrews Dr.,
405-751-6996