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Endodontics
Endodontics is root canal treatment — removing infected or inflamed tissue from inside a tooth so the tooth itself can stay. It has a reputation it doesn’t deserve: with modern rotary instruments and local anesthetic, the goal of a root canal is to end pain, not cause it.
Overview
- Rotary endodontic instruments finish the procedure faster and with less vibration than older hand tools.
- A root canal relieves the pain that brought you in — most people feel immediate relief from the infection pressure.
- The alternative to a root canal is usually extraction. This keeps your natural tooth.
What to expect
Diagnosis
A digital x-ray confirms the infection and shows the shape of the root canals before we start, so there are no surprises mid-procedure.
The procedure
Under local anesthetic, the infected tissue is removed from inside the tooth using rotary instruments, and the space is cleaned and sealed.
Restoration
A tooth that’s had root canal treatment is more brittle, so it’s typically finished with a crown to protect it for the long term.
Recovery
Some soreness for a few days is normal — avoid chewing on that side until it settles, and take the prescribed antibiotic if one is given.
Frequently asked
The procedure is done under local anesthetic, so it shouldn’t hurt while it’s happening. Most patients describe it as no worse than getting a filling — and it typically relieves pain rather than causing it.
Lingering sensitivity to hot or cold, pain when chewing, or a darkening tooth are common signs. An exam and x-ray will confirm it.
An untreated infection doesn’t resolve on its own — it typically spreads, and the tooth usually ends up needing extraction instead.
Most root canals are completed in a single visit of about 60–90 minutes, depending on the tooth and number of canals.
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