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At Northland Smiles, we understand how critical it is to relieve severe tooth pain and save your natural teeth. Our Calgary root canal therapy offers a safe and effective solution for treating an infected tooth and restoring your oral health.
If you’re experiencing tooth decay, infection, or sensitivity to hot and cold, a root canal treatment may be necessary to save your tooth and prevent a potential tooth extraction.
Calgary root canal therapy is a common dental procedure used to treat an infection inside the tooth’s pulp chamber. The dental pulp, consisting of nerves, blood vessels, and connective tissue, can become infected due to deep tooth decay, trauma, or cracks in the tooth.
If left untreated, an infected tooth can lead to further complications such as bone loss, abscesses, or the need for a tooth extraction.
Keeping your natural tooth avoids the complications of tooth removal, such as shifting of adjacent teeth and potential bone loss.
A successful root canal treatment will relieve the severe tooth pain caused by infection, helping you enjoy a pain-free life.
By removing the infected pulp and sealing the tooth, we prevent the spread of infection to other areas of your mouth.
Root canal therapy helps you avoid more invasive dental procedures, such as tooth extraction, and ensures the long-term health of your smile.
The first step in any root canal treatment is a thorough diagnosis. Our dentist will assess your symptoms, take an X-ray to determine the extent of the infection, and examine the number of canals in your tooth.
Common symptoms that may require a root canal include:
Severe tooth pain or discomfort
Prolonged sensitivity to hot and cold
Swelling in the gums around the affected tooth
Pain while chewing
Local anesthesia will be used to numb the area around your tooth so that you won’t feel any pain during the treatment. Local anesthesia is safe for most people, but it may not be enough to relieve your pain completely. Sedation dentistry is another option to increase pain relief and relax your nerves.
At Northland Smiles, we offer oral sedation to ensure you’re comfortable throughout the root canal procedure. With oral sedation, patients can experience a deeply relaxed state without the need for IV or nitrous gas sedation. This helps patients with dental anxiety to feel at ease during the procedure.
Once numbing and or sedation has taken effect, the root canal procedure begins. Our dentist will:
Isolate the infected tooth using a rubber dam to keep the area clean and dry.
Access the tooth’s pulp chamber and carefully remove the infected pulp and bacteria from the space inside the tooth.
Clean and shape the canals to eliminate infection and prepare the tooth for a filling.
Place a temporary filling to protect the tooth until your final tooth restoration.
After a few days of healing, you’ll return to the clinic for your final tooth restoration. Depending on the extent of the damage, your tooth may require a crown or a permanent filling to fully restore its function and appearance.
At Northland Smiles we offer several dental crown options to complete the process and seamlessly match your neighbouring teeth. We also offer white fillings that provide an aesthetically appealing alternative to old metal fillings.
With proper care and regular dental visits, a root canal treated tooth can last for many years.
After your root canal, it’s important to follow your dentist’s instructions to ensure successful healing and avoid complications. Some steps to take include:
Maintaining regular cleanings and dental visits.
Avoiding hard or sticky foods until your tooth is fully restored.
Taking over-the-counter painkillers as recommended to manage any post-procedure discomfort.
With proper care, your root canal treated tooth can remain strong and functional for years to come.
At Northland Smiles, our root canal treatments focus on preserving your natural teeth and helping you maintain optimal oral health.
Root canal therapy is designed to remove the infected pulp from the tooth, clean the canals, and seal the tooth to prevent future infection. By opting for Calgary root canal therapy, you can:
Save a tooth that might otherwise need extraction
Alleviate severe tooth pain and sensitivity to hot and cold.
Prevent the spread of infection to adjacent teeth and surrounding gums.
Maintain your natural tooth structure and avoid missing teeth.
If you’re experiencing severe tooth pain or think you might need a root canal, contact Northland Smiles today to schedule your consultation. Our experienced dentist is dedicated to providing Calgary root canal therapy that will save your tooth and restore your oral health.
Don’t wait—early treatment can help prevent further damage and discomfort. Call us today to book your root canal treatment and take the first step toward a healthier, pain-free smile.
A root canal is a procedure that removes the infected pulp from the inside of a tooth to alleviate pain and prevent the need for tooth removal.
With the use of oral sedation and local anesthesia, the root canal procedure is relatively painless. Most patients feel only mild discomfort during and after the treatment.
The number of canals varies depending on the tooth. Molars typically have more canals than front teeth. Your dentist will determine how many canals need to be treated during your consultation.
If left untreated, an infected tooth may lead to more serious issues like bone loss, abscesses, and the need for a full tooth extraction.
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A root canal can typically be completed in one or two visits, depending on the severity of the infection and the number of canals that need treatment.
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4600 Crowchild Trail NW Suite 302
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