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.
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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 Carla V
Good experience. Made sure I was as comfortable as possible during the procedure.
- Carla V
Patient Review by Tyler S
Amazing place
- Tyler S
Patient Review by Rachel R
Thank you for getting me in so quickly - everyone was so kind and friendly. I appreciate the call the next day.
- Rachel R
Patient Review by Tracy L
The best experience I’ve ever had for a root canal. Absolutely no pain during the procedure. The post op follow up call and preparation was fantastic.
- Tracy L
Patient Review by Cathy W
I had an infected tooth and was in a lot of pain. The office was able to fit me in quickly and treat the infection before doing the root canal. Everyone was very kind and went above and beyond to make sure I was comfortable.
- Cathy W
Patient Review by Steve E
As pleasant an experience as it could have been considering what was done.
- Steve E
Patient Review by Kim S
Front desk staff is outstanding ! And the staff and dr is amazing. Always easy to work with and I appreciate it.
- Kim S
Patient Review by Jason D
Everyone was polite, professional, and caring. My root canal was over before I knew it. Thank you for taking care of me.
- Jason D
Patient Review by Mitch A
Very friendly and awesome crew 10/10
- Mitch A
Patient Review by Cynthia A
Very pleasant and professional environment with a diverse staff.
- Cynthia A
Patient Review by David D
It’s hard to call any dental procedure “pleasant”, but this was as close as you could get. They made a bad situation easy to deal with. The entire staff was kind, professional, and efficient.
- David D
Patient Review by Steve E
Easy experience all around.
- Steve E
Patient Review by Kelly
Thank you
- Kelly
Patient Review by Deb W
Dr. Moretton and team are very flexible with scheduling working me in when I had an emergency - twice. Dr. Moretton is very conscious of comfort levels during your procedure. I would highly recommend this practice.
- Deb W
Patient Review by Kevin J
Dr. Moretton was very informative and discussed the diagnosis and everything involved in the procedure. They asked me more times than I could count if I was comfortable throughout the procedure, and I was. They were very respectful of my time and also followed up with me after the procedure to make sure everything was okay.
- Kevin J
Patient Review by Felicia J
Thanks
- Felicia J
Patient Review by Eric J
I’ve received excellent care for both root canal treatments that you’ve done for me. You’re to be congratulated for what you do and how well you do it!
- Eric J
Patient Review by Robin w
Everything went very well
- Robin w
Patient Review by Dawn S
When I first found out I needed a root canal, I was dreading it. It was nothing like I had imagined! The whole staff was so kind, and they took the time to explain the complete procedure and to answer my questions. No surprises! Dr. Vail and the incredible dental assistant were quite a team, maneuvering through the procedure quickly, yet thoroughly. My complete visit lasted about one and a half hours. I was told I might have pain for a couple of days afterwards, but I have had absolutely none! I highly recommend Endodontic Specialists!
- Dawn S
Patient Review by Thomas W
From the time I walked the office, the front staff was very welcoming. When brought back for treatment, I met Alex (Dental Assistant). She had such a wonderful personality. She was very knowledgeable and efficient. What a great asset to the practice. Then I met Dr. Vail. The way she explained the procedure, and what to expect was very reassuring. I knew right away that I was in good hands. After my treatment was complete, I must say on a scale of 1-10, my experience is rated a 10+. I would highly recommend coming here for any Endodontic treatment. Thank you! Thomas W.
- Thomas W