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.

An example of a healthy tooth
Healthy Tooth
A tooth anatomy diagram highlighting pulp dentin and canal
Tooth Anatomy
A visual of tooth inflammation showing tooth decay and a inflamed pulp
Inflammation
A representation of a tooth with its canals cleaned
Cleaned Canals
An illustration of root canal filling of a tooth
Filling Placed
An example of a tooth healed by root canal therapy
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.

 
 

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The doctor and his staff were excellent. This was the only major dental work I've ever had, and was extremely nervous about a root canal. Dr. Brad defines painless dentistry to me, and if I ever need anything else done, this is where I'll go for sure.

- Steve D

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Once again, my experience was great. Office Staff was very friendly and helpful both on the phone and in person. The dentist and assistant are very professional, caring and thorough. I was also impressed that I received a call the following day to check on how I was recovering. It was so easy to come back for a root canal this time because my first experience here a year ago was so positive.

- Mary Jo B

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Everyone was awesome and definitely helped ease my fears, because I was absolutely terrified going in. It was much more efficient and simple than I'd been lead to believe, and the staff is definitely what made it that way.

- Ashley B

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There is a nice "vibe" in the office. Dr. Hirschman was positive and did not suggest unnecessary treatment.

- Patricia D

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Dr. H is truly a Number #1 example of a Gentle dentist. This has been the best dental visit in the history of me having worked done on my teeth. The staff was all smiles and sweet as apple pie . I will surely recommend your office to friends and family. Keep up the great work it goes a long way.

- Alona

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Excellent service!

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Did a great job didn't feel any pain at all

- Robert S

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Dr. Hirschman was fantastic. He was professional and friendly. The office was clean and the equipment was first class. The staff was courteous and I felt comfortable from the moment I walked through the door. I will Highly recommend Dr. Hirschman in the future and you have gained a customer for life!

- Frank W

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First time for root canal got there 8:30am got everything done before 10am awesome experience!

- Jian w

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Excellent experience. Great Team and Doctor was EXCELLENT. The procedure was not painful at all due to the care and expertise of the Dr. Hirschman and his Assistant.

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You made an unpleasent process very easy. Best care I've ever had for a root canal

- Paul Z

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Best possible experience for having to get a root canal! Nice staff!

- Kathryn F

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Excellent visit

- Mike C

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I have told many of my friends about my appointment and how I was a little nervous about having a root canal but everything went very smooth and I appreciated the way the Dr. Explained what would happen. It made me relax. No pain and called me that evening to check on me and even again the next morning. If you need some dental work, do not worry, Dr. Hirschman will take good care of you.

- Beth B

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My scheduled appointment was a good experience. I was nervous, but the staff and the dentist were friendly which made it more pleasant.

- Patricia A

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I've heard nightmare stories about root canals so as you can guess I wasn't looking forward to it. Well, to be honest it was a pleasantly pain free experience. Thanks.

- Tom M

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all ok!

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Most people often fret over the thought of an impending root canal procedure, however, I must admit that for me, the procedure was entirely pain free. Dr Hirschman always explained what he was about to do and even what type of sound I would heard. He has state of the art equipment, nothing like the "old days" which were pretty archaic. The staff and medical assistants were all very professional and courteous. Would I recommend him to a friend?- I already have!

- John B

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A friend referred me to your practice. I will always be grateful for his advise. Thank you for your proper evaluation of my tooth. Thank you so much!

- Anonymous

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Dr. Hirschman's 'bedside manner' was excellent and he explained the procedure with great courtesy. My discomfort was minimized by his ability to 'numb' quickly and work intensely.

- Randolph S

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