Endodontics in Saskatoon
Willowgreen Dental performs root canal treatments. If you’re experiencing tooth pain or sensitivity, it could be due to an infection in your tooth. Contact us today to schedule a consultation.
Root canal treatments involve removing infected or damaged tissue from the inside of a tooth. This can help relieve pain and prevent further complications, such as abscesses or tooth loss.
Key Benefits of Root Canal Therapy
Pain Relief
Endodontic treatment can relieve severe tooth pain caused by infection or inflammation in the tooth pulp. While waiting for treatment, knowing what to do for severe toothache can help manage discomfort.
Preservation of the Natural Tooth
The procedure allows you to keep your natural tooth, which is preferable to extraction.
Prevents Spread of Infection
By removing the infected or inflamed pulp, root canal therapy prevents the spread of infection to surrounding teeth and jawbone.
Restores Normal Chewing Function
This treatment restores your ability to chew and bite comfortably without pain.
Maintains Sensation
Unlike an extracted tooth, a root-canal-treated tooth typically maintains normal biting force, helping preserve overall oral function.
Cosmetic Benefits
After the procedure, the tooth is usually restored with a crown or a filling for protection. This makes it look just like your other teeth.
Cost-Effective and Efficient
It is generally less expensive than removing and replacing the tooth with an implant or bridge.
Recognizing the Need for Root Canal Therapy
If you experience any of the following, schedule an appointment with us as soon as possible:
- Severe toothache
- Prolonged sensitivity to hot or cold
- Discoloration or darkening of the tooth
- Swelling and tenderness in the nearby gums
- Persistent or recurring pimples on the gums
- Prolonged, unexplained bad taste in the mouth
Many of these symptoms may indicate severe infection inside the tooth, which often requires root canal treatment.
What to Expect During Root Canal Treatment
at Willowgreen Dental?
Here’s what you can expect during treatment:
X-Ray
If your dentist suspects you need a root canal, they will first take X-rays to see where the problem is.
Anesthesia
The dentist will administer local anesthesia to numb the area near the tooth.
Pulpectomy
A small opening is made in the tooth, and the infected pulp is removed.
Cleaning and Enlarging the Root Canal
Special tools are used to clean the canals and shape them into a form that can be filled. This process may require more than one visit, depending on the condition of the tooth.
Temporary Filling
If the treatment cannot be completed in one visit, a temporary filling is placed in the tooth's crown to protect it from damage between appointments.
Sealing
Once the tooth is thoroughly cleaned, it needs to be sealed. If the root canal is not completed on the same day, a temporary filling is placed in the exterior hole in the tooth to keep out contaminants like saliva and food.
Restoration
Finally, a crown, post and core, or other restorative material will be placed on the tooth to protect and restore it to its full function.
Get Comfortable Root Canal Therapy in Saskatoon
At Willowgreen Dental, we understand that root canal therapy can seem intimidating and uncomfortable. That’s why we strive to provide our patients with a gentle and comfortable experience during their treatment. Our highly trained team of Saskatoon dentists and staff will ensure that you are fully informed about the procedure and feel at ease throughout the process. We use advanced techniques and technology to minimize discomfort and provide efficient, high-quality treatment options.
Contact Willowgreen Dental today to schedule your consultation and start the path toward a healthier, pain-free smile.
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