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 Nick B
Thank you all for the great care I received during my procedure.
- Nick B
Patient Review by Henry M
Referred and was satisfied with the services.
- Henry M
Patient Review by Yi Y
Dr. Moretton was very professional and explained the procedure in very detail. The two-phase procedure was completed smoothly. Dr. Moretton’s anesthesia accuracy was excellent and I didn’t feel any pain and also the numb feeling disappeared a couple of hours after the procedure. I would say he is one of the best doctors I have ever met. Also thanks to the dental assistant Alex. She was very professional and skillful.
- Yi Y
Patient Review by Suzanne R
2nd time as good as first
- Suzanne R
Patient Review by April K
Thank you for being so kind
- April K
Patient Review by Jan R
Very kind and professional. Excellent care.
- Jan R
Patient Review by August Z
Happy with the service received.
- August Z
Patient Review by Sofia R
This place was awesome and I am recovering well!
- Sofia R
Patient Review by Stephen N
You guys were the best!
- Stephen N
Patient Review by Nick B
Nobody ever wants a root canal but if you need one this is your place. They take great care to make it as painless as possible.
- Nick B
Patient Review by Dan B
Thanks for all the professionalism, skill and care. It is great when people have a real passion for what they do.
- Dan B
Patient Review by Dennis D
My experience was totally painless through the whole process. I liked the way the Doctor explained the procedure as it progressed.
- Dennis D
Patient Review by Michelle E
Honestly this was the best medical related experience I have ever had. Your office is top notch in every single way! Scheduling was easy and the providers were so gentle and caring. I wish you were my general dentist office!
- Michelle E
Patient Review by Anna M
Good job
- Anna M
Patient Review by Dennis D
My procedure was totally painless, during and post recovery. I have had root canals in the past, this was the best and no pain whatsoever.
- Dennis D
Patient Review by Lynn C
I went to a different dentist’s office in Carmel (Tom Nasser) for this root canal and left before the procedure due to the awful treatment from the dentist. He yelled at me because of my gag reflex and asked if I am on depression medication. He made me feel belittled and exploited. I am anxious when I go to any doctor but everyone at Endodontic Specialists listened and took great care of me. The entire staff was caring and concerned with my well being through the entire procedure. It took 2 visits before I was comfortable and able to have treatment. I’m so thankful I found Endodontic Specialists. If you need any type of dental treatment completed I highly and strongly recommend a nearly painless experience with Endodontic Specialists. Shout out to Dr. Mintz! You’re awesome! I cannot remember who assisted her on the morning of my procedure but it was like having a sweet and caring aunt there.
- Lynn C
Patient Review by Anne B
Everyone is so kind and knowledgeable. Dr Vail is compassionate and skilled. Grateful for the treatment I received at this office.
- Anne B
Patient Review by John K
Everyone attentive and personable. Top notch care provided.
- John K
Patient Review by Damon H
Overall this was a positive experience. I am not sure they could have done anything more.
- Damon H
Patient Review by Matthew O
You all were wonderful and communicative. I have had more discomfort getting fillings done than the root canal procedure that they performed. I hope I don't any more in my future, but I definitely will come back if I do.
- Matthew O