Root Canal Therapy | Fishers IN
What is a root canal?
A root canal is one of the most common dental procedures performed, well over 14 million every year. This simple treatment can save your natural teeth and prevent the need for dental implants or bridges.At the center of your tooth is pulp. Pulp is a collection of blood vessels and nerves that helps to build the surrounding tooth. Infection of the pulp can be caused by trauma to the tooth, deep decay, cracks and chips, or repeated dental procedures. Symptoms of the infection can be identified as visible injury or swelling of the tooth, sensitivity to temperature, or pain in the tooth and gums.
Are You Seeking Relief from a Painful or Sensitive Tooth?
Pain in your tooth or gums may be a symptom of infected pulp. Drs. Moretton, Vail, Mintz and Corso can perform a Root Canal to treat the infected pulp, relieve pain, and save your natural teeth!
How is a root canal performed?
If you experience any of these symptoms, your dentist will most likely recommend non-surgical treatment to eliminate the diseased pulp. This injured pulp is removed and the root canal system is thoroughly cleaned and sealed. Root canal therapy usually involves local anesthesia and may be completed in one or more visits depending on the treatment required. Success for this type of treatment occurs in about 90% of cases.
If your tooth is not amenable to endodontic treatment or the chance of success is unfavorable, you will be informed at the time of consultation or when a complication becomes evident during or after treatment. We use local anesthesia to eliminate discomfort. In addition, we will provide nitrous oxide analgesia if indicated. You will be able to drive home after your treatment, and you probably will be comfortable returning to your normal routine.
What happens after root canal treatment?
When your root canal therapy has been completed, a record of your treatment will be sent to your restorative dentist. You should contact their office for a follow-up restoration within a few weeks of completion at our office. Your restorative dentist will decide on what type of restoration is necessary to protect your tooth.
It is rare for endodontic patients to experience complications after routine endodontic treatment or microsurgery. If a problem does occur, however, we are available at all times to respond. To prevent further decay, continue to practice good dental hygiene.
How much will a root canal cost?
The cost associated with the root canal procedure can vary depending on factors such as the severity of damage to the affected tooth and which tooth is affected. In general, endodontic treatment is much less expensive than tooth removal and replacement with an artificial tooth.
- Call Fishers Office Phone Number 317.570.9000 to schedule a consultation with Endodontic Specialists.
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Endodontic Presentation
To provide you with a better understanding of endodontic procedures, we have provided the following multimedia presentation. Many common questions pertaining to root canal therapy are discussed.
Endodontic Specialists
Patient Review by Cathy H
Felt good coming out of office about the consultation appointment!
- Cathy H
Patient Review by Janet H
Experience with your offices was very good. Got a comfortable waiting room and attentive staff. My experience in the dental chair also went very well. You were in a good tight ship.
- Janet H
Patient Review by Margaret S
I was very impressed by how quickly the doctor completed the root canal, how how there was little if any pain in the gum area surrounding the affected tooth, and the efficacy of the combination of ibuprofen and Tylenol in eliminating the pain completely.
- Margaret S
Patient Review by Christina H
Endo specialists for the win! Dr. Vail and assistant shelley was so sweet and made me feel comfortable during my visits! Minimal discomfort, they offered nitrous to help with my anxiety too! Having a root canal isnt everyones favorite thing to do, but if you need one, i recommend Endodontic Specialists!
- Christina H
Patient Review by William H
Very professional
- William H
Patient Review by Felix S
Very satisfied. Great experience. Friendly and professional staff. Liked the follow up phone calls to see how I was doing.
- Felix S
Patient Review by Dan M.
Very simple and comfortable procedure.
- Dan M.
Patient Review by Jeffrey M
I have root canals in the past, but there wasn't any pain. They explained everything and even called the next day to see if I was OK.
- Jeffrey M
Patient Review by Cameron P
Overall, the experience was amazing. In the past I had issues with dentists and tooth work, but here all of my issues faded away with how amazing the staff was.
- Cameron P
Patient Review by Donna W
Everyone was very kind and the doctor was very caring. I would highly recommend this office .
- Donna W
Patient Review by Emily S
I was very impressed with the staff and facility! The root canal went smoothly and I felt no pain at all. Thank you all for your services! Also the waiting room was very cozy and smelt amazing!
- Emily S
Patient Review by Maryanne Z
Dr. vail and her co-workers could not have been more compassionate and efficient. I am extremely satisfied.
- Maryanne Z
Patient Review by Linda V
The process is never fun, but everyone made it as easy as possible.
- Linda V
Patient Review by Laverne S
I expected to be in severe pain for at least three to five days but I only had it for one day!!! Thank you
- Laverne S
Patient Review by Kari R
I really appreciate the professionalism, quality of care and efficiency from your office! Thank you for the amazing treatment today!
- Kari R
Patient Review by Vasu P
Dr Moretton and the entire team is absolutely fantastic. Great deal of attention to detail, kind and compassionate patient care, thorough communication and follow ups are the hallmarks of this practice. Over the years, they are very consistent in providing excellent service in a comfortable setting.
- Vasu P
Patient Review by Gustavo P
Amazing staff.
- Gustavo P
Patient Review by Tina H
Dr Vail and her staff were so caring and made the procedure the best experience possible. I will never go anywhere else.
- Tina H
Patient Review by Carol H
Professional staff including expertise. Explained steps as we proceeded.
- Carol H
Patient Review by Carson C
Dr. Morton was great!
- Carson C