Root Canal Treatment: Fix it before it gets worse

Three stages of root canal treatment:

Stage 1 involves the removal of the dead nerve and gross infection.
Stage 2 involves further cleaning and shaping of canals.
Stage 3 is the final step: filing the canals with an inert material.

A root canal can take one or two appointments, depending on the infection in your tooth. A root canal takes about 30-60 minutes to complete on average.

Without insurance coverage, the average price for root canal therapy in the United States typically falls between $600 and $1,600. The cost can vary depending on the tooth needing treatment, with molars being the most expensive teeth for root canals.

Yes, an emergency root canal can be performed by your dentist to save your natural tooth and prevent extraction if it is severely infected.

During root canal treatment, the source of infection is removed, providing immediate relief to patients. While most people experience no pain, a few may have mild pain after root canal therapy, which subsides quickly.

Failure to undergo a proper root canal treatment prevents your infected pulp from healing naturally. Instead, it worsens, potentially resulting in tooth extraction. The pain may occasionally subside as the nerves in your tooth die, but the infection persists. It can spread to your jaw, brain, and bloodstream if left untreated.

While both general dentists and endodontists can perform root canal treatments, endodontists possess more expertise in doing root canals. They are often called root canal dentists.