Root Canal Treatment Near You
What is a root canal?
Root canal treatment removes the diseased inner pulp tissue of a tooth in order to stop painful inflammation and prevent a dental abscess. Without endodontic treatment, diseased teeth would need to be extracted. Root canal treatment stop the disease process and prevents infection so that the tooth can continue to provide function throughout life.
Don’t Suffer From Tooth Pain Any Longer!
Pain in your tooth or gums may be a symptom of infected pulp. Great River Endodontics can perform a Root Canal to treat the infected pulp, relieve pain, and save your natural teeth!
Most root canal treatments are done with local anesthetics just as would be provided at your dentist’s office for a filling or crown. A rubber dam is placed around the tooth that acts as a surgical barrier to prevent saliva from contaminating the root canal with bacteria and to prevent disinfecting solutions from contact with the mouth. A small opening is made on the chewing surface of the tooth or crown to gain access to the root canal spaces. Small instruments are navigated to the tips of the roots and then used to enlarge, disinfect, and clean the roots. Once the roots are clean inside, they are filled with a rubber material that will stay permanently inside the roots to prevent recontamination.
Once the root canal is treated, the tooth needs to be restored by your general dentist. Sometimes this restoration is filling, and sometimes it is a crown (porcelain cap).
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 a root canal cost?
The cost associated with root canals 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.
Great River Endodontics
Patient Review By Therese M
I was so highly impressed with every member of the staff and the overall experience. I greatly appreciated the honesty, transparency and kindness of the doctor. Thank you so very. much for the most excellent care.
- Therese M
Patient Review By Sara M
Great clinic
- Sara M
Patient Review By Karen H
The entire procedure went perfect. I retired from the dental field so I have first hand knowledge! Great river Endodontics is excellent...from start to finish!
- Karen H
Patient Review By Jon F
Great company
- Jon F
Patient Review By Laura S
Very good experience - they made sure I was comfortable and kept me updated every step of the procedure.
- Laura S
Patient Review By Sheetal P
My best procedure so far. The nurse and doctor were so empathetic and kind and that’s all we as patients really need. They had amazing support and care towards me and put me at ease despite my nervousness around the procedure. The procedure was a success too!
- Sheetal P
Patient Review By Debbie M
Amazing!!
- Debbie M
Patient Review By Jean P
Everyone was friendly and knowledgeable
- Jean P
Patient Review By Beth S
I am very satisfied with the Doctor, Staff, and facility. I was very happy with how the procedure was handled.
- Beth S
Patient Review By Jackie G
Was in need of an emergency appt as I was in so much pain, and they got me in the same day. Amazing service and wonderfu staff! Thank you!
- Jackie G
Patient Review By Lisa M
I would absolutely recommend Great River Endodontics! The staff I had involvement with were all wonderful and I appreciated that very much.
- Lisa M
Patient Review By Sarah M
Being told by my family dentist that I would need a higher level of professional care to complete the root canal terrified me. Dental work makes me nervous and trusting new people makes me nervous. I was impressed and comfortable with the entire staff that worked with me; from scheduling, to imaging, to the procedure and payment, everyone was so kind and welcoming. Thank you for making a crappy situation a positive experience.
- Sarah M
Patient Review By Michael D
Very accommodating. I had an emergency root canal and they worked me into the schedule.
- Michael D
Patient Review By Ronald L
Was able to have all diagnostics, conference and treatment all in one visit. This was helpful for me since I live in Alexandria.
- Ronald L
Patient Review By LuAnn H
Excellant
- LuAnn H
Patient Review By John T
I was very pleased with care that I recieved and have already mentioned the very favorable experience that have had with others. Thank you!
- John T
Patient Review By Jenny M
Everyone is so nice and knowledgeable. They talk you through every step.
- Jenny M
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Patient Review By Gary L
I was very pleased with the treatment that I received.
- Gary L
Patient Review By Laura V
doctor and his assistant were amazing!!!
- Laura V