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 Jesse S
Very friendly staff. Explain things very well.
- Jesse S
Patient Review by Zachary W
My whole experience at this office was as pleasant as going for a root canal can be. All of the staff were warm and welcoming. The waiting area was comfortable: there were complimentary drinks, comfortable chairs, and cable on the TV. When I was called for my appointment, the woman who prepped me for the procedure, took my history, and administered all of the initial checks (I fear I do not know the proper title: Endodontist Assistant? Deputy Endodontist?) was excellent. I regret that I do not recall her name or I would call her out personally for accommodation. She was Dr. Moretton’s assistant on the day of my appointment, so I hope that someone sees this and recognizes her for particularly excellent bed-side manner. Otherwise, everything about my appointment was smooth and professional. Dr. Moretton was excellent. The operating chairs were very comfortable, and they offered me a wide variety of comforts for the procedure (pillows, headphones, etc.) I believe they made everything as comfortable as is possible when administering a root canal. The front of office staff were excellent. I also received a phone call the next day to check in on how I was feeling, which was very friendly and a touch of humanity. I hope I don’t need any endodontic services in the future, but if I do, I will certainly go straight to this office.
- Zachary W
Patient Review by Shelli K
Everyone is so nice here
- Shelli K
Patient Review by Heidi T
As unpleasant a root canal is, everyone and everything was very professional and peasant.
- Heidi T
Patient Review by Margo W
Great experience!
- Margo W
Patient Review by Linda D
Appreciate Dr Vail and her excellent staff!
- Linda D
Patient Review by Lori R
Everyone in the office was super nice. I even got a call the next day making sure I was doing OK.
- Lori R
Patient Review by Jaden G
Loved the experience
- Jaden G
Patient Review by Dionne S
Everything was explained to me from the analysis of the tooth to the root canal. They made sure I was not in any discomfort at every step. They followed up a couple of days later to make sure I was recovering. I would highly recommend this office.
- Dionne S
Patient Review by Thomas U
Greatest! Cannot expect anything better than I received for a root canal!
- Thomas U
Patient Review by Jeremy C
Very nervous about first root canal. The entire experience from scheduling through followup was caring, professional, and appreciated. Thank you for a pain free and successful procedure.
- Jeremy C
Patient Review by Vasu P
Great practice and great group of professionals focused on patient care and comfort. Attention to detail, clear communication and focus on patient comfort are the hallmarks of this practice.
- Vasu P
Patient Review by Dallas H
This is my second root canal at this office. I was very happy with the first root canal and so I returned for the second tooth.
- Dallas H
Patient Review by Phyllis G
Endodontic’s did everything right. Friendly, courteous and professional.
- Phyllis G
Patient Review by Angela J
This is the most professional and detailed staff that I have ever encountered. I was very impressed with everything about this business. They were all friendly, knowledgeable and caring. I HIGHLY RECOMMEND THEM.
- Angela J
Patient Review by Alana M
I’m terrified of the dentist and they made my experience a good one. The kindness and compassion received was outstanding. Highly recommend.
- Alana M
Patient Review by Christina C
I’m a very anxious dental patient, and they made me completely at ease. They’re techniques are very impressive, I didn’t even feel needles, no pain, I was actually able to completely relax during the procedure. Very friendly staff, clean, and informative!
- Christina C
Patient Review by Annette D
Great experience! Office was clean. Staff was friendly and helpful. No pain. Even got to watch HGTV during my time in the office
- Annette D
Patient Review by CHRISTOPHER F
The absolute best experience I have ever had
- CHRISTOPHER F
Patient Review by Jeff S
Got me in right away.
- Jeff S