Endodontic Treatment
A root canal is an endodontic procedure that removes infected or damaged pulp from inside a tooth, cleans and disinfects the canals, then seals the tooth to save it.
Definition
A root canal is an endodontic procedure that removes infected or damaged pulp from inside a tooth, cleans and disinfects the canals, then seals the tooth to save it.
In-Depth
What You Need to Know
Root canal therapy is one of the most common dental procedures, with over 15 million performed annually. It becomes necessary when the pulp — the soft tissue inside the tooth containing nerves and blood vessels — becomes inflamed or infected due to deep decay, repeated dental procedures, cracks, or chips. Despite its reputation, modern root canal treatment is comparable to having a filling placed. The procedure relieves pain and saves the natural tooth, which is almost always preferable to extraction.
Calls & Questions
What Patients Ask
Common phone questions about endodontic treatment — and how Front Desk handles scheduling and call routing automatically.
Common Patient Questions
- 1Does a root canal hurt?
- 2How much does a root canal cost?
- 3How long does a root canal take?
- 4Do I need a crown after a root canal?
How Front Desk Helps Your Practice
Front Desk addresses patient concerns about the procedure, provides cost estimates, clarifies insurance coverage, and schedules emergency or planned appointments — so your staff can focus on patient care.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about endodontic treatment.
A root canal is an endodontic procedure that removes infected or damaged pulp from inside a tooth, cleans and disinfects the canals, then seals the tooth to save it. Root canal therapy is one of the most common dental procedures, with over 15 million performed annually. It becomes necessary when the pulp — the soft tissue inside the tooth containing nerves and blood vessels — becomes inflamed or infected due to deep decay, repeated dental procedures, cracks, or chips.
Your dental provider can answer this during your appointment. Front Desk addresses patient concerns about the procedure, provides cost estimates, clarifies insurance coverage, and schedules emergency or planned appointments — so your staff can focus on patient care.
Your dental provider can answer this during your appointment. Front Desk addresses patient concerns about the procedure, provides cost estimates, clarifies insurance coverage, and schedules emergency or planned appointments — so your staff can focus on patient care.
Your dental provider can answer this during your appointment. Front Desk addresses patient concerns about the procedure, provides cost estimates, clarifies insurance coverage, and schedules emergency or planned appointments — so your staff can focus on patient care.
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