Dental service
Root Canal Treatment
Treatment intended to preserve a tooth when its inner tissue is inflamed or infected.
Root canal treatment removes inflamed or infected tissue from inside a tooth, then cleans and seals the space. Many treated teeth later need a durable restoration such as a crown.
What to know before you book
When to seek care
- Lingering sensitivity or significant pain when chewing
- Swelling or a pimple-like bump near a tooth
- A dentist identifies deep decay or pulp damage
What the appointment includes
- Testing and imaging to confirm the diagnosis
- Local anesthesia and treatment of the inside of the tooth
- Guidance about the final filling or crown
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Common questions
When should you see a dentist for root canal treatment?
Lingering sensitivity or significant pain when chewing. Swelling or a pimple-like bump near a tooth. A dentist identifies deep decay or pulp damage.
What happens at an appointment for root canal treatment?
Testing and imaging to confirm the diagnosis. Local anesthesia and treatment of the inside of the tooth. Guidance about the final filling or crown.