Root Canal Therapy
What is a root canal?
A root canal is one of the most common dental procedures performed, well over 14 million every year. This simple treatment can save your natural teeth and prevent the need of dental implants or bridges.
At the center of your tooth is pulp. Pulp is a collection of blood vessels that helps to build the surrounding tooth. Infection of the pulp can be caused by trauma to the tooth, deep decay, cracks and chips, or repeated dental procedures. Symptoms of the infection can be identified as visible injury or swelling of the tooth, sensitivity to temperature or pain in the tooth and gums.
If you experience any of these symptoms, your dentist will most likely recommend non-surgical treatment to eliminate the diseased pulp. This injured pulp is removed and the root canal system is thoroughly cleaned and sealed. This therapy usually involves local anesthesia and may be completed in one or more visits depending on the treatment required. Success for this type of treatment occurs in about 90% of cases. If your tooth is not amenable to endodontic treatment or the chance of success is unfavorable, you will be informed at the time of consultation or when a complication becomes evident during or after treatment. We use local anesthesia to eliminate discomfort. In addition, we will provide nitrous oxide analgesia, if indicated. You will be able to drive home after your treatment, and you probably will be comfortable returning to your normal routine.
Healthy Tooth
Tooth Anatomy
Inflammation
Cleaned Canals
Filling Placed
Healed Tooth
Endodontic Presentation
To provide you with a better understanding of endodontic procedures, we have provided the following multimedia presentation. Many common questions pertaining to root canal therapy are discussed.
What happens after treatment?
When your root canal therapy has been completed, a record of your treatment will be sent to your restorative dentist. You should contact their office for a follow-up restoration within a few weeks of completion at our office. Your restorative dentist will decide on what type of restoration is necessary to protect your tooth. It is rare for endodontic patients to experience complications after routine endodontic treatment or microsurgery. If a problem does occur, however, we are available at all times to respond. To prevent further decay, continue to practice good dental hygiene.
How much will it cost?
The cost associated with this procedure can vary depending on factors such as the severity of damage to the affected tooth and which tooth is affected. In general, endodontic treatment is much less expensive than tooth removal and replacement with an artificial tooth.
Advanced Endodontics
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Very friendly and professional.
- Sarah P
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Like I've said before if you HAVE to have a procedure done (Root Canal, etc) this is the place to go.
- Dave C
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Very professional staff and service. Great facility and relaxed environment. Would rate the practice 5 stars Plus!!!
- Jerry K
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What a fantastic office. I will definitely refer my family and friends if anyone is in need of endodontic care
- Janice J
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Everything was most comfortable and pleasant having my endodontic treatment with Dr. Bradley Hirschman and wonderful staff support. I can confidently say, I had the best Endodontist taking care of my dental needs. And my patients have the same response, when they have been referred to Dr. Hirschman by me.
- Mary O
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Very satisfied with the visit to Advanced Endodontics. Got the appointment at a time that worked for me, practically no waiting time, treatment was performed professionally. This is the second time I had a root canal procedure done by Dr. Hirschman and I have no hesitation to go back and see him again, if another treatment is needed.
- Marcel B
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I was referred to Dr. Hirschman by my insurance plan since I needed someone in my network. With a huge fear of having any dental procedures, I was very worried and nervous before the procedure. Dr. Hirschman eased my fears by talking thru the process. I have had root canals in the past and remember them being very long and difficult but this one seemed very quick and painless. I did feel a little pain during the procedure so they gave me a little more pain killer. They place a small flexible 'sheet' over the tooth and extend it over the mouth so you don't have any drips or things entering the mouth during the procedure which is very helpful. My Dentist thought I needed two root canals but Dr. Hirschman said the second tooth was fine so I was very happy to only have one. Today is the day after my root canal and I have some small discomfort but nothing that Ibuprophen can't handle. I would highly recommend Advanced Endodontics.
- Sue N
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Great staff; polite, friendly and very knowledgeable. Painless procedure. Office is clean and nicely modern. Beautiful enlarged photos on the walls from a friend of Dr. Hirchsman. Would definitely recommend.
- Nancy S
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I have had several procedures with Dr. Hirschman. He is a kind and talented doctor who made my treatments a calm and relaxed experience and provided excellent skill on my complex dental issues.
- Diane S
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Great staff; polite, friendly and very knowledgeable. Painless procedure. Office is clean and nicely modern. Beautiful enlarged photos on the walls from a friend of Dr. Hirchsman. Would definitely recommend.
- Nancy S
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The staff and doctor were very prompt and adjusted us into their busy schedule with no problems. We really appreciate all the courtesy and care shown. The treatment was very well planned and executed. Above and beyond any doctor I've been to. Thank you!
- Farhat Jahan
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Everyone was very professional. My appointment was at 8am. I was seen promptly. Procedure went very smoothly. I was very happy with the performance of the staff.
- Margaret H
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This was probably one of the best dental experiences. The receptionist was very welcoming and friendly. Dr. Bradley A. Hirschmanare awesome and the staff is very helpful!! Superb service, quality!
- Osnat K
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Doing any type of dental work is never a pleasure. I was greeted promptly. The doctor was remarkable in how he conducted himself and his staff. There wasn't any pain involved with the procedure. The doctor was very careful in how he followed the procedure and explaining to me what was to expected. This dentist is a mark above all that I have visited before. It truly was a great experience, with no discomfort.
- Gary H
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the procedure went better then expected
- Kim P
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Dr. Hirschman is VERY skilled. The root canal was painless. He is very calm in his manner, and that helps with one's anxiety. I would recommend him to anyone.
- Karen R
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I was treated well, the problem solved.
- Carol I
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I have had this same procedure at least three times. This procedure was the least in pain from the shot to the drilling and was done so quickly. I would give my highest recommendation to your practice. Further if you were providing general dental services I would switch immediately. Thank you for the great service.
- Edward T
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I had a root canal done and Dr. Hirshman and his staff were great throughout the whole procedure from check-in to check-out!! Everyone was so nice and Dr. Hirshman has great bedside manner!!
- Kimberly S
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The staff was friendly, professional, compassionate, and really went out of their way to make me feel comfortable. Thank you.
- Lisa H