Root Canal Therapy in

Root canal therapy is required if your tooth becomes infected, which most often happens one of two ways:

1. A serious cavity can eat away at the outer layers of your enamel and dentin until it reaches the pulp. Once the pulp, which is responsible for keeping your tooth alive, is exposed, it becomes vulnerable to bacteria and becomes infected.
2. Dental trauma that cracks or chips a tooth can expose the nerve and blood vessel-filled pulp to oral bacteria.

If left untreated, either situation will lead to the infection, decay, and eventual death of your tooth’s pulp. When the infection starts to take hold, you’ll likely begin experiencing an array of symptoms like a toothache, inflamed gums near the tooth, and tooth sensitivity.

No! Although it’s a common myth that root canal therapy hurts, it’s actually the toothache caused by infection that is painful. With modern dental techniques and technology, a root canal is no more uncomfortable than getting a dental filling.

Not only will your mouth be numbed completely, but you can also opt to be sedated during the procedure. Overall, root canal therapy is the best way to alleviate the pain and discomfort of an infected tooth.

Although it’s rare, root canal treatment can fail. If there is any remaining bacteria or decay left behind that wasn’t removed during the initial root canal, the tooth infection may return. If this happens to you, you may need a retreatment or another approach to root canal therapy, called an Apico surgery, to help rid the tooth of infection.

After root canal treatment, the tooth is no longer "vital" and will become more brittle as a result. The best way to protect the the tooth, especially posterior teeth which take heavier forces, is to have your dentist place a crown on the tooth after your root canal treatment is completed.

Root canal therapy is usually covered, at least in part, by most dental insurance plans. However, it’s always a good idea to get in touch with your insurance provider to gain a thorough understanding of your benefits, and to find out what type of treatments are covered.

Our experienced team of Pasadena endodontists has the expertise to provide outstanding root canal therapy Pasadena residents can trust. Our specialists understand the unique dental needs of each patient and use the latest technology to ensure safe and successful outcomes.

At Foundation Dental Specialists, our priority is to reduce dental anxiety and provide comfortable and stress-free root canal therapy to our patients. Our pain management protocol, combined with sedation options offers patients a personalized and comfortable root canal therapy experience.

Root canal treatment Pasadena patients require involves the removal of the tooth's infected pulp, cleaning, and disinfecting the canal area before filling it to restore its function. We make the process even less invasive but highly effective with the use of high-resolution CBCT scanners and advanced oral microscopes for diagnosis and treatment.

Root canal Pasadena is an effective way of saving a damaged or decayed tooth by removing the infected pulp, thoroughly cleaning the canal area, and restoring the tooth's function. At Foundation Dental Specialists, we guarantee our patients quick, efficient, and less painful root canal treatment that will prevent the spread of infection and save their natural teeth.

While root canal therapy is highly effective in saving damaged teeth, endodontic microsurgery Pasadena may be recommended for complicated root canal challenges. It is a minimally invasive surgical procedure that aims to remove any residual infected tissues and rid the tooth of the infection.

Our team of specialists at Foundation Dental Specialists is highly experienced in performing the delicate endodontic microsurgery Pasadena residents may require. Patients can opt for this advanced surgical procedure if a previous root canal therapy fails or a cracked tooth is detected.

Whether it's root canal therapy, endodontic microsurgery, or any other endodontic procedures, Foundation Dental Specialists in Pasadena is renowned for providing top-quality, personalized, and compassionate dental treatments to patients. Our advanced technology and experienced team of specialists guarantee that your every dental need is met efficiently, quickly, and with minimal discomfort. Call us today at 626 790-1232 to schedule a consultation.