Root Canal Therapy

At Scottsdale Dental Aesthetics, we understand that patients sometimes have concerns about root canal therapy. The good news is that advances in dental technology, anesthetics, and techniques now offer relatively comfortable root canal treatments that relieve pain rather than cause it. You can always count on our patient-centered team for gentle, comforting care in our state-of-the-art facility.

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Why Would You Need a Root Canal Treatment?

Root canal therapy is an endodontic procedure we may recommend to save a tooth with inner pulp damage due to deep decay, infection, trauma, or repeated dental procedures. Left untreated, tooth pulp damage can lead to complications, including pain, facial swelling, an abscess, and bone loss around the affected tooth’s root. Moreover, the harmful bacteria from the infection can enter the bloodstream, increasing your risk of serious health concerns.

The only alternative to a root canal is having the infected tooth extracted and replaced with a dental implant or bridge, but this is always our last resort.

What Are Signs of Tooth Pulp Damage?

Persistent tooth pain that increases when you chew
A discolored or darkened tooth
Lingering sensitivity to hot and cold
A bump resembling a pimple on the gums
Bad breath and a persistent bad taste in the mouth

What Is Root Canal Therapy Procedure?

At Scottsdale Dental Aesthetics, your comfort is our priority. We’ve refined the root canal process to make it as gentle and stress-free as possible. Here’s what you can expect:

Diagnosis and Imaging: Our innovative diagnostic tools will identify the extent of the infection or damage and plan your treatment with precision.
Comfortable Numbing Techniques: We use an anesthetic wand, which is a numbing device that gently and precisely delivers local anesthesia without the need for shots or needles.
Sedation Dentistry Options: We are happy to offer nitrous oxide and oral sedation options, if needed, to help you relax in the dentist’s chair as we provide you with exceptional care.
Your Root Canal: Once the area is numb, we will access the tooth’s pulp chamber, remove the damaged tissue, clean and shape your root canals, and place a biocompatible material known as gutta-percha to seal the space.
Restoration: After your root canal treatment, the tooth will be brittle and prone to fractures, which is why we typically recommend placing a dental crown to restore the tooth and restore its strength and function.

What Are the Benefits of Root Canal Therapy?

Root canal therapy has numerous advantages, including the following:

It Relieves Pain: Root canal therapy relieves your pain rather than causing it, so you’ll leave our practice feeling better than when you walked in.
It Preserves Natural Teeth: Root canal therapy saves damaged teeth, restoring their form and function.
It Safeguards Your Health: Root canal therapy helps prevent the infection from spreading to other teeth or entering your bloodstream, safeguarding your oral and overall health.
It Is Highly Successful: Root canal therapy has a high success rate, and with good oral hygiene and regular visits to your dentist, your treated tooth can last a lifetime.