At Marc Berger Choice Dentistry, we understand that the idea of a root canal can be intimidating, but it’s a highly effective treatment to save a damaged tooth and relieve pain. Dr. Marc Berger, with over 25 years of experience, performs root canals with precision and care, ensuring a comfortable experience. Using advanced techniques and state-of-the-art technology, we clean the infected pulp and seal the tooth, preserving its function and strength.
If you’re experiencing persistent tooth pain or sensitivity, it’s important to act quickly to avoid further damage. Root canals are a safe and reliable way to restore your oral health without extraction.
Benefits of Root Canals
Pain Relief: Root canals eliminate the source of infection, providing immediate relief from tooth pain.
Preserve Your Tooth: Rather than extracting the tooth, a root canal saves your natural tooth and restores its function.
Minimally Invasive: Root canals are performed with local anesthesia, and we offer sedation options to ensure your comfort throughout the procedure.
Signs You Might Need a Root Canal
Severe Tooth Pain: Persistent and severe toothache, especially when chewing or applying pressure, can indicate the need for a root canal.
Sensitivity: Increased sensitivity to hot or cold temperatures, even after the stimulus is removed, may signal an issue in the pulp.
Swollen Gums: Swelling or tenderness in the gums near the affected tooth could be a sign of infection.
Darkening Tooth: A tooth that has become discolored could indicate pulp damage.
The Root Canal Process
Evaluation: Dr. Berger will conduct a thorough examination, which may include X-rays, to determine if a root canal is necessary.
Local Anesthesia: To ensure your comfort, Dr. Berger will administer local anesthesia to numb the area.
Pulp Removal: Dr. Berger will create a small access point to remove the infected or damaged pulp from the tooth’s interior.
Cleaning and Shaping: The inside of the tooth is meticulously cleaned, shaped, and disinfected to remove any remaining bacteria.
Sealing and Restoration: Once the tooth is cleaned, it’s sealed to prevent reinfection. A crown or filling is often placed to restore its strength and function.
A Comfort Menu will be provided for you so that we find out your music, television, lip balm, pillow and blanket preferences for your appointments. At the end of your appointment, you will be given a hot towel to freshen up with and fresh-baked cookies.