Pain-free Root Canal Therapy

Microscopic root canal therapy is used to “save” a tooth when the nerve becomes infected or the pulp is damaged. Without treatment, the alternative is usually extracting the tooth. For the best outcome, root canals are often performed by specialists called endodontists. Endodontists complete at least two additional years of training beyond dental school, focusing on diagnosing tooth pain and performing root canal therapy and other procedures related to the interior of the tooth.

We’re proud to have an endodontist on our team, so you can see a specially trained provider at an office you already know and trust. For new patients, your first visit will either be a limited exam and x-ray with a general dentist, or a 30-minute consultation with our endodontist. In both cases, our goal is to provide an accurate diagnosis and determine whether a root canal is the right treatment for you. If you’re in pain, we can take steps to help you feel better right away, and then schedule your treatment. If time allows, we may even be able to begin treatment the same day.

During the procedure, your provider will remove the nerve and pulp of the tooth, then clean and seal it. We use a high-powered microscope to ensure the process is as precise and minimally invasive as possible. Root canals are often considered one of the most feared procedures in dentistry but at Central Park West Dentistry, your comfort is our top priority. There’s truly nothing to fear.

After your root canal, we’ll likely recommend protecting the tooth with a crown. Because the nerve and blood supply have been removed, the tooth becomes more fragile. A strong, natural-looking crown can improve the long-term prognosis of the tooth by up to six times.