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 therapy, we have provided the following multimedia presentation. Many common questions pertaining to root canals 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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I was quite pleased with the attentiveness of the staff. Having dental work done is no picnic but they make it pleasant.
- Cynthia P
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This is my second root canal by Dr. Hirschman, I hate to say this, but is was as close to an enjoyable experience at a Doctors office as it gets. Other than the numbing process, this was a painless procedure. I'm nervous around two types of people, the first are Lawyers and the second are Doctors, Dr Hirschman and his staff are professional, courteous and made me feel welcome and as comfortable as possible. The staff that worked on me seem to enjoy working together, the conversation and topics discussed were current news items (Bieber and Baldwin wedding) (Oh, I would have married him for half of 250M and no prenup, and Stephen as a father in law, but that's just me). I would highly recommend Advanced Endodontics if your interested in a painless root canals. Thank you and your staff for your contributions to dental care!
- Daniel M
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Great staff!
- James K
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Excellent service. Super gentle. I came in with a fear of dental work which has almost completely disappeared. Thank you again!
- Jon W
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Very helpful,knowledgeable and accomodating would refer to friends and family
- Glenn H
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Everyone was very helpful & nice. All questions answered, & procedure explained step by step. Thank you.
- Susan K
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I went out of my way and told my dentist that I would ONLY visit Dr. Hirschman. My current dentist did not refer me to Dr. Hirschman. I am a repeat client and had a great experience from the time I stepped into the waiting room until I walked out the door. I hope more practices pay as much attention to detail and customer service as I personally experienced this morning.
- Sheldon N
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I truly appreciate your kindness when I expressed all my concerns. This was actually the best 'dentist' experience I have ever had!
- Kimberly R
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Considering the amount of work that was performed, I think over all, my experience was wonderful! The Staff was great! They made me feel very comfortable! I would definitely recommend, this office to everyone I know! Thank you
- Dean B
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Very pleased with the care I received from Dr Hirschman and his assistants. You were highly recommended by Dr Hulscher. I would also recommend you to all my family and friends.
- Philip N
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An amazing experience overall
- Rene D
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The entire staff was pleasant, courteous, friendly and an efficient team and had a wonderful sense of humor.
- Thomas S
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Absolutely best dental staff and Dentist I’ve ever had treat me! Love how everyone puts you at ease, and checks on you to make sure you’re ok. When you sometimes try a new dentist or doctor and they treat you good you’re not always sure if it’s real or an act to get you back. This was my second visit and there is no doubt in my mind - this practice truly is the best, sincere and professional. Even more important to me is then can add a little levity to relax you, but still be professional. Love the dental technicians, but absolutely love Kelly! If I have to have more advanced treatments, I want this staff to take care of me!
- Eugene M
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Great practice. Dr.Hirschman makes having root canal treatment a “breeze”. Did it hurt? Not at all...
- Alex K
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Everyone was very friendly from the start. From scheduling the appointment over the phone, to being greeted by name as soon as I arrived to the office. Everyone was wonderful and I would recommend this Dr. and his staff to anyone with these type of dental needs!
- Jessica L
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I was very well received, they were able to work me into their busy schedule, the whole procedure was very well explained from start to finish and the doctor and staff were very pleasant, competent and cordial!
- Tom P
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Very reassuring compassionate for my first root canal
- Virginia S
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Welcoming staff. No pain No drama. Nice and simple
- Colleen H
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Everyone was very professional and very easy to talk to. Would definitely reccomend.
- Jennifer R
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It was the best dental office I have ever been to. Thank you very much.
- Mary B