Amanda: If you have a toothache and you’re in need of a root canal, root canals can get a bad rap. A lot of patients are afraid. They hear the word root canal and they’re worried. But if you’re having a toothache, a root canal can be the solution. You can actually have the tooth comfortably treated. The root canal is the actual treatment, and the tooth can heal so the pain can be gone. And we can take care of that as soon as you’re having an emergency.
Stop Your Pain Quickly With Comfortable Root Canal Therapy
Due to urban myths popularized by movies and television, many of our patients get anxious when we mention a root canal procedure. The good news is, root canals are actually no more painful than tooth fillings.
Because we want to provide the best, most gentle treatment possible, we have invested in advanced technology. Instead of the metal files of the past, we will clean out the inside of your tooth using endodontic lasers and PIPS (photon-induced photoacoustic streaming) by Fotona, a revolutionary method to clean the canals with the highest efficiency.
If you’re still worried about your root canal treatment, it might help if you understand how the procedure works. If you visit us for a root canal, we will:
- Carefully plan your treatment with digital X-rays
- Numb your mouth for comfort
- Remove the infected soft tissue and nerves (pulp) from your tooth
- Fill your tooth with an inert material
Depending on your situation, we may recommend placing a dental crown on your tooth following a root canal for added strength and protection. If you would like, we can make you as comfortable as possible with a dental sedation option. We can also provide an extended appointment so you won’t feel rushed.
For gentle Houston root canals, call us today at 832-463-1021 to schedule your consultation. You can also make an appointment online.