151 Ridge Point Pkwy Ste 400, Keller, TX 76248
Root Canal Treatment Keller TX
Stopping Tooth Infections in Their Tracks
If you have infected teeth, they will not improve on their own. Ignoring them will only lead to ongoing oral pain and may eventually require an extraction. To maintain your smile, reach out to Ridgepoint Dental Keller and consult with Dr. Shallu to determine if you have a tooth infection. If confirmed, she can perform a root canal treatment at our Keller TX dental office to remove the damaged tissue and harmful bacteria, preserving your smile.
Why Choose Ridgepoint Dental Keller for Root Canal Treatment in 76248 and nearby areas?
Sedation Options for Comfort
Down-to-Earth Team
An Experienced Dentist You Can Trust
Do I Need Root Canal Treatment?
During your six-month dental checkups, our highly-rated dentist in Keller will carefully examine your teeth and gums to detect any signs of infection. This allows us to identify and treat any damage at an early stage. However, it is also important for you to remain vigilant. Between visits, watch out for common symptoms that may indicate the need for root canal treatment. These include a painful toothache, severe discoloration on the affected tooth, and a pimple-like bump on the gums near the tooth. If you experience any of these symptoms, please schedule an appointment with our emergency dentist immediately. You can find more information about our emergency dentistry services here.
Why You Shouldn’t Fear Root Canals
Many of us have heard the phrase "I'd rather have a root canal..." used to describe unpleasant experiences. However, this is based on the misconception that the procedure itself is excruciating. In reality, the pain often associated with root canals is caused by the infections they are meant to treat, not the treatment itself. Thanks to advanced methods and sedation, patients typically feel minimal discomfort during the procedure and are relieved by the immediate pain relief they experience afterwards. The most common regret people have is not seeking treatment sooner.
The Root Canal Process
The root canal process may vary for each patient depending on factors such as the number of teeth being treated and the use of sedation dentistry. However, in general, the process involves the following steps:
First, Ridgepoint Dental Keller will numb your mouth thoroughly. Once you are ready, special instruments will be used to access the inner chambers of the tooth. The pulp will then be removed, providing long-term relief.
After sanitizing the area, a synthetic gutta-percha material will be used to seal the tooth. A temporary dental crown will be placed to protect the treated tooth while the permanent crown is being made, which typically takes a few weeks.
Once the dental crown is received from the lab, an appointment will be scheduled to remove the temporary crown and secure the final crown in place. At this point, the treatment process will be complete.
The Benefits of Getting a Root Canal
As previously mentioned, root canal treatment now uses modern techniques that make it no more painful than a typical filling procedure. In fact, it can be seen as a solution for pain. This treatment has a high success rate, ensuring long-lasting results. Additionally, the dental crowns used today blend in seamlessly with your natural smile, making it virtually undetectable to others. We have provided comprehensive information on this page, but if you still have questions or concerns about getting a root canal, please do not hesitate to contact our team for assistance.
Understanding the Cost of Root Canals
If you're unfamiliar with root canals, you may be curious about the cost. The answer is not straightforward as it depends on your specific dental needs. To determine the price, we will first develop a treatment plan tailored to you. We can then provide an estimate and discuss the financial options available. In the meantime, you can continue reading to gain more insight into the cost of root canal treatment.
Factors That Can Affect Root Canal Cost
As you know, no two smiles are the same. In fact, even two patients who need root canals may have slightly different treatment plans based on important factors like how many teeth are being treated. For the same reason, we need to consider the location of the tooth, the extent of the damage, the type of restoration that’s needed, and if sedation dentistry is needed. Don’t worry – we will review all of this information and more with you during your consultation, so you feel fully informed and confident about your treatment plan.
Is it Cheaper to Pull My Tooth?
When you compare the cost of root canal treatment to the cost of a tooth extraction, the latter might seem cheaper. With that said, there are also other factors to consider, including the cost of the dental bridge or implant that needs to replace your tooth. Furthermore, there are consequences that aren’t directly related to the cost that need to be considered, like the fact that removing your tooth can result in jawbone deterioration. In short, we typically only recommend having the tooth removed if there are truly no other options.
Does Dental Insurance Cover Root Canal Treatment?
It’s very common for dental insurance providers to cover a portion of the cost of essential restorative care. So, if you need root canal treatment, it’s definitely worth taking a few minutes to review the fine print on your plan. If you’re having trouble understanding some of the jargon, don’t worry – we can help! We have plenty of experience working with Cigna, Delta Dental, and many other popular providers, so we can make the process of utilizing your benefits significantly easier.
Other Options for Making Root Canal Treatment Affordable
At Ridgepoint Dental Keller of Keller, dental insurance isn’t the only financial solution we offer. One of our most popular options is our in-house savings plan, which gives you immediate savings without the pre-authorizations, annual deductibles, and yearly maximums. Plus, we welcome flexible financing and offer periodic special offers, both of which can help make the cost of root canal treatment significantly more affordable. If you want to learn more, then all you have to do is give us a call!
Root Canal FAQs
How Long Do Root Canaled Teeth Last?
Considering that root canals are typically a last ditch effort to save a tooth, they’re usually shockingly effective at keeping teeth around for a remarkably long time. Once they’ve been treated, it’s common for these teeth to endure for years afterward, or even for a lifetime.
Of course, this depends a fair bit on a few factors, including the severity of the initial damage to your tooth and how quickly you’re able to get your permanent dental crown after your temporary one. And, of course, your tooth will last longer depending on how well you take care of it.
Can I Take Antibiotics Instead of Getting a Root Canal?
Root canals are usually made necessary by bacterial infections in the mouth that infiltrate within the tooth. That being the case, you may wonder whether you could just take antibiotics instead of getting root canal.
Antibiotics work by traveling through the bloodstream into areas with heavy bacterial infection. Unfortunately, the bloodstream cannot easily enter the pulp of the tooth, meaning that it’s next to impossible for antibiotics on their own to completely repair a severely infected tooth.
Can Root Canals Be Prevented?
Once a tooth has become infected to a certain extent, the only options available to you are a root canal or a tooth extraction. As such, the only thing you can do to prevent a root canal is to avoid infection altogether.
Daily dental hygiene is critically important in this regard. You should make sure that you’re brushing thoroughly twice a day, that you’re flossing well, and that you’re making appropriate use of antibacterial mouthwash. You can also make this easier for yourself by limiting your consumption of sugary foods that contribute to bacterial growth in the first place.
Why Do I Need a Root Canal If My Tooth Doesn’t Hurt?
Typically people who get a root canal are attracted to the dentist’s office by the desire to deal with a painful toothache. However, this is far from the only sign that you could need root canal.
Bacteria inside the tooth attack the root pulp, which is dense with nerve tissue. This is what causes toothaches associated with infection. In some circumstances, it’s possible for the infection to progress to such an extent that it destroys the nerves completely, meaning that you’ll no longer be able to feel your tooth. However, the bacteria are still present, and can spread elsewhere if you don’t deal with them. That means that you still need a root canal if you can’t feel your tooth, perhaps more than ever.
