Root Canal Treatment
Alleviate Your Tooth Pain
Severe tooth pain often arises from decay, injury, or damage to the tooth’s pulp. Despite its reputation, a root canal treatment is now as straightforward as a filling, thanks to modern techniques. This procedure, known as endodontics, eliminates the infection, saves the natural tooth, and relieves pain. If you suspect you need a root canal, consider scheduling an appointment with Dr. Reza Entezarion at Aqua Blue Dental on West Broadway to restore your comfort and safeguard your oral health.
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Pain Relief:
Root canal treatment effectively alleviates the severe pain caused by infection in the tooth’s pulp, which contains the nerves.
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Cost Savings:
By opting for a root canal, you can avoid more invasive and expensive treatments like extractions, implants, or bridges, making it a more economical choice.
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Tooth Preservation:
This procedure is a reliable way to save your natural tooth, reducing the risk of reinfection and maintaining long-term oral health.
Benefits of Root Canal Treatment
Why Choose Aqua Blue Dental for Your Root Canal Treatment?
Here’s why Aqua Blue Dental stands out:
Comprehensive experience with both simple and complex endodontic cases
Reliable sedation and anesthesia options for a comfortable, pain-free experience
Quick appointments with minimal wait times
Cutting-edge dental technology for precise diagnosis and effective treatment
Rigorous sterilization protocols
A gentle, compassionate dentist and team dedicated to your care
Comfort-enhancing amenities like noise-canceling headphones and Netflix
Clear pricing and flexible financing options to help you maximize insurance benefits and understand costs upfront
We’ve created an environment where your comfort and care come first, making your dental visits something to look forward to!
FAQ
A root canal, known as endodontics in dental terms, is a procedure to treat issues within the soft pulp tissue inside a tooth. During the treatment, our Vancouver dentist, Dr. Reza Entezarion, removes the infected or inflamed pulp while ensuring you are completely numb. The pulp chamber and root canals are then carefully cleaned, disinfected, filled, and sealed. This procedure eliminates infection, prevents reinfection, relieves pain, and ultimately saves your natural tooth.
A root canal is necessary when the soft pulp inside a tooth becomes damaged, inflamed, or infected, often due to deep decay, cracks, or extensive dental work. The pulp contains nerves and blood vessels, making any issues there extremely painful. While the pain might subside temporarily, the underlying infection remains and can spread, potentially leading to tooth loss, bone deterioration, and even systemic health problems. Root canal treatment not only relieves pain but also eliminates the infection and preserves the natural tooth.
The short answer is no. You’ll be given anesthesia, so you won’t feel a thing during the root canal procedure. Some patients even opt for sedation for extra comfort. Thanks to modern techniques, getting a root canal is now about as straightforward as getting a filling. After the procedure, your tooth might feel a bit sore for a day or two, but any discomfort can easily be managed with over-the-counter pain relievers, like what you'd take for a headache.
You might be due for a root canal if you experience:
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Persistent sensitivity to hot or cold, even after the source is removed
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Sharp pain when biting or chewing
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A pimple-like bump on your gums
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A cracked or chipped tooth
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Gums that are swollen, tender, or darkening
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Constant, throbbing pain or pressure in your mouth
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Deep decay that reaches the tooth’s pulp
If any of these symptoms sound familiar, it’s time to consult your dentist!
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Your Root Canal Journey: Step by Step
01. Initial Examination:
We will start by reviewing your digital x-rays and conducting a thorough examination to confirm the need for a root canal.
02. Anesthesia Administration:
To ensure your comfort, we will numb the tooth and surrounding area with a local anesthetic. If you choose sedation, you may hardly notice the process.
03. Accessing the Pulp Chamber:
Once you’re fully numb, we’ll carefully create an opening in the tooth to reach the pulp chamber and root canals.
04. Removal of Infected Tissue:
Using a microscope and specialized instruments, we will meticulously remove the infected pulp tissue from the chamber and canals.
05. Cleaning and Disinfection:
We will thoroughly clean and disinfect the empty chamber and canals to eliminate any remaining bacteria.
06. Filling the Canals:
Next, we’ll fill the cleaned canals with a biocompatible material to seal and protect the tooth from future infection.
07. Sealing the Tooth:
We’ll seal the opening in the tooth to prevent reinfection.
08. Restoration (if needed):
Depending on the damage, you may require a dental crown or other restoration to fully restore the tooth’s strength and appearance, preserving it for years to come.
For a more comfortable experience, explore our Sedation services during your Root Canal treatment