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Root Canal Treatment – Lexington, KY

Reliable Pain Relief For Hurting Teeth

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If you have a really bad toothache, the kind that prevents you from going about your day normally, then you may be dealing with an infection in the dental pulp. What is the dental pulp? It’s a small bit of soft tissue located inside every tooth, which among other things, contains the nerves that allow you to feel your tooth. The pulp can sometimes become exposed to bacteria due to a cavity or crack in the enamel, which is a condition known as pulpitis.

What is the best way to fix this problem? Root canal therapy! Despite what you may have heard in the media, this procedure is safe, effective, and virtually pain-free thanks to the latest techniques and technology. At Dental Wellness of Lexington, the biggest regret our root canal patients usually have is not getting one sooner!

Why Choose Dental Wellness of Lexington For Root Canal Treatment?

  • Highly Experienced Team Committed To Providing Comfortable Care
  • Experts At Providing Soothing Sedation Dentistry
  • Same-day Appointments Available For Patients In Pain

Do I Need Root Canal Treatment?

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If you come to us with a serious, throbbing toothache that seems like it may be due to an infection, we’ll perform an x-ray on your tooth to determine whether a root canal may be necessary.

It all comes down to one big misconception: that the procedure is painful. In reality, with modern anesthetics and sedation, most patients basically feel nothing while in the chair. Why the bad reputation? Root canals are primarily used to fix the absolute worst toothaches, and pain from the initial problem is often incorrectly associated with the treatment itself. When you get a root canal with us, we guarantee it will be a comfortable and relaxing experience, and better yet, you’ll come out on the other side with a tooth that feels much, much better!

The Root Canal Process

Diagram of a root canal treatment

Root canals begin the same way as most other dental procedures: with us numbing your mouth completely. As a result, you can expect root canal treatment to be completely painless. Once you’re comfortable, we’ll open your tooth up and use specialized tools to clean root tissue out from the inside.

This tissue will be replaced with a natural plastic substance known as gutta percha, which will provide the tooth with structure and support.

Finally, we’ll cover your teeth with a temporary dental crown, which should be able to protect it until your permanent restoration is completed.

The Benefits of Getting a Root Canal

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Typically, people are apprehensive about root canals due to the reputation about pain associated with the procedure. In reality, with modern anesthetics and sedation, most patients basically feel nothing while in the chair. Why the bad reputation? Root canals are one of the only ways to fix the absolute worst toothaches, and pain from the initial problem is often incorrectly associated with the treatment itself. When you get a root canal with us, we guarantee it will be a comfortable and relaxing experience, and better yet, you’ll come out on the other side with a tooth that feels and looks absolutely perfect!

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