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Root Canal Treatment – Pacoima, CA

Eliminate the Infection, Restore Your Healthy Smile!

To this day, root canals are one of the most feared procedures. Since it has a scary reputation, it’s easy to see why, too! The good news is that our team at A New Smile goes the extra mile to make the entire process as comfortable as possible. So, if you think you may benefit from this emergency dental treatment, don’t hesitate to schedule an appointment with us. You can also read on to learn more about it, including common symptoms of a badly decayed or damaged tooth.

Why Choose A New Smile for Root Canal Treatment?

Top-Rated Dental Office in the Area
Open Five Days a Week
Experienced Team of Dental Specialists

Do You Need Root Canal Treatment?

There are a few common symptoms we recommend keeping an eye out for, including:

Persistent dental sensitivity
Red, inflamed, or swollen gums
Pain when chewing
A chronic bad taste in your mouth
Dark discoloration on the tooth
A pimple-like bump on the gums

If these or any other warning signs of trouble arise, then we recommend calling our Pacoima dental office. The sooner you do, the sooner we can complete a comprehensive oral exam, determine the root of the problem, and discuss your treatment options.

The Root Canal Process

Dentist showing patient model of layers of tooth

Many patients fear needing root canal treatment in Pacoima. However, the first step of the procedure is always the same: to numb your mouth with a local anesthetic. Then, once you’re comfortable and ready to begin, we will access the inner chambers of the tooth, remove the pulp, and sanitize the area. From there, we will use a synthetic gutta-percha material and a temporary restoration to retain the tooth’s shape.

The reason we will secure a temporary crown in place is that it usually takes a few weeks for the artisans at the dental lab to create your final one. Once it arrives at our office, you’ll come in for your “final” visit, which is when we will remove the temporary restoration and bond the permanent one in place.

The Benefits of Getting a Root Canal

Closeup of patient smiling in treatment chair

We mentioned above that root canals have a bit of a scary reputation. However, needing this emergency dental treatment is actually good news because:

It prevents the tooth from needing to be extracted
Thanks to powerful numbing agents, the procedure is virtually painless
Nitrous oxide is available, which helps alleviate nerves, stress, and anxiety
The size, shape, and shade of the restoration secured on top is custom-made

If you have any lingering questions for our team, including how much root canals cost, give us a call! We’d be happy to provide answers, ease concerns, and schedule your next visit.