Root Canal Therapy

Skilled Root Canal Treatment in Ahwatukee & Tempe, Phoenix

Happy man after successful root canal treatmentAt Ironwood Dental Center, we're proud to provide efficient and effective root canal therapy to improve and protect your oral health. Our dentist, Dr. George Karale, has years of endodontic experience and is committed to making your treatment as smooth and seamless as possible. We look forward to meeting you and giving you the dental relief you deserve.

Since 2020, we've offered high-quality root canal treatment to Phoenix and its surrounding communities. We can not only treat your infection at our office but are capable of handling the entire restorative process from start to finish. Contact us today to schedule your next appointment!

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What is Root Canal Treatment?

Although your teeth are durable and can withstand years of repeated use, they're susceptible to damage and decay. Inside your tooth is a soft tissue called pulp which contains blood vessels and sensitive nerves. When your tooth is either cracked or severely decayed, it creates an opening for bacteria to enter its pulp and infect the entire structure. Root canal treatment is a procedure that eliminates your tooth's infection and prevents future infections from occurring.

5 Signs of Tooth Infection

It can be challenging to know whether your tooth is infected or not. However, various signs can indicate infection. We'll help alleviate your discomfort with root canal therapy, from darkened tooth enamel to increased tooth pain. It's crucial that you call our office if you notice one or multiple signs, including:

  1. Darkening of your tooth's enamel
  2. Increased sensitivity to cold or hot temperatures
  3. Experiencing tooth pain when chewing or biting
  4. Swelling in your gums
  5. Severe throbbing or chronic pain in one area of your mouth

You must act when you notice the signs of potential infection. Tooth infection, if left untreated, can enter your bloodstream and lead to severe health complications like sepsis and blocked arteries.

The Root Canal Treatment Process

When you come in for your visit, we'll begin the process by conducting x-rays on your infected tooth. We'll then anesthetize the area to help reduce your discomfort and help make the process go smoothly. Our dentist will create an opening in your tooth to access the infected pulp. Once we remove any infected or damaged tissue, we'll clean the area and place an antibacterial material and filling.

A crucial step in our root canal treatment process is providing you with a high-quality restoration as soon as possible. During the same day as your root canal treatment, we'll take impressions of your tooth and create a temporary crown to offer maximum comfort and protection. After a period of typically two weeks, you'll come back to our office for a permanent crown fitting. We'll also make any necessary adjustments for a secure and comfortable fit.

Tips to Prevent Tooth Infection

Women brushing teeth to prevent cavities that requires root canal therapyAlthough visiting our office regularly for exams and cleanings is crucial to preventing tooth infection, at-home care is just as critical. Our team will break down how to properly care for your smile at home. Some of the instructions we'll provide you include:

  • Brushing your teeth twice daily for two minutes
  • Flossing your teeth after every meal
  • Limiting your consumption of acidic and starchy food and beverages like soda
  • Drinking plenty of water during the day
  • Wearing a mouthguard during physical activity like sports

Root Canal Treatment FAQs

Our dentist and their team are here to answer your questions and give you the information you need to make educated decisions about your oral health. Some of the frequently asked questions about root canal treatment include:

Which teeth can you perform root canal treatment on?

Our practice can treat all teeth, including incisors, canines, premolars, and molars. However, we're unable to provide retreatments for teeth that have undergone root canal therapy already. In these cases, we'll direct you to a trusted specialist who can provide top-level care.

Although we have the ability to treat even the most severe infections, pretreatment may be necessary before root canal therapy. We can provide you with antibiotics to help minimize your infection before treatment.

Root canal treatment has a reputation for being painful. However, undergoing root canal treatment with a proper anesthetic feels just like receiving a crown.

With modern technology and techniques, root canal therapy is very effective. Each year, countless individuals undergo successful root canal treatment, and our staff is committed to adding you to that list.

High-Quality Endodontics in Phoenix

Our experienced and friendly team at Ironwood Dental Center is committed to improving and protecting your oral health with skilled endodontics in Phoenix. We'll not only eliminate your tooth's infection but do all we can to prevent future infections from occurring. Our wealth of root canal treatment experience and compassionate chairside manner help to make your experience seamless. Contact us today to schedule your next appointment and determine whether root canal treatment is right for your smile!

CALL US: (480) 704-0701 REQUEST APPOINTMENT

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  • Phoenix
  • 15425 S 40th Pl #1
  • Phoenix, Arizona
  • 85044
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