According to the American Association of Endodontists, the perception of root canals being painful began decades ago when root canal treatments were painful. Today, modern technology and better anesthetics make root canal treatments no more painful than having a filling. Knowing what to expect while having a root canal can help ease a lot of anxiety.  We are here to answer all of your questions.

While a throbbing toothache usually results in the need for root canal treatment, many times a tooth can require root canal treatment when there is no pain present. Dr. Jarboe and Dr. Ghahraman are specially trained to test a tooth to see if the pulp has been infected or damaged. If this is the case, a root canal would be necessary to save the tooth.

Keeping your natural teeth for as long as possible is very important for proper eating and chewing functions. There are several options available for missing teeth, such as complete dentures, partial dentures, dental implants and fixed dental bridges. These alternatives, however, can be much more expensive than saving your tooth with a root canal treatment.

Sometimes a tooth is fractured down into the bone, or has lost too much of the visible structure due to decay. This is the time to pull a tooth.

Because of leading-edge technology and tight teamwork, most procedures are completed in one or two visits. Approximately one year after the completion of the root canal Dr. Jarboe and Dr. Ghahraman see their their patients for a no-charge examination to ensure that proper healing of the tooth and the surrounding anatomy has taken place.