Root Canal

Did you know that a root canal procedure can actually save an infected tooth that's bothering you? A root canal is the process of removing the nerves and pulp (the dental fluid that surrounds nerves) from inside a tooth in order to remove and prevent further infection and increase the chances of saving the tooth. Root canal infections are cleaned out with a chemical solution and then the root canal is sealed with a special filling material. Fortunately, the nerves and pulp inside the roots of teeth are not necessary for our adult teeth, so it's completely safe and beneficial for you to have them removed. At Dental Specialists of Riverside, we do root canals every day because they are a common procedure for getting rid of tooth nerve pain. Our talented and experienced dentists, endodontists, and the entire dental team here will provide you with the best care, including sedation dentistry, to immediately stop your tooth pain and keep it from bothering you again. The cause of your pain will be permanently removed and your tooth restored so it matches your other teeth in both appearance and functionality. You can call us at (951) 689-0701 any time, day or night. If you have a dental emergency in Riverside, don’t delay, call us today and get the pain relief you need!

We know that many people are anxious about getting a root canal, especially if they are not familiar with the significant advancements that have been made in modern dentistry. We are committed to providing you with pain-free dentistry and careful root canal procedures so that damaged teeth can be saved and restored whenever possible. Root canal therapy, or endodontic treatment, removes the pulp and nerves in the root of a tooth that has been damaged by tooth decay and infection, fracture, or other causes. After a tooth has been sufficiently numbed, an endodontist (a dentist who specializes in root canals) will make a small hole in the top of the tooth and then use special tools to completely clean out and then sterilize the inside of the roots. Once cleaned, it will be filled with a protective filling and then we’ll rebuild the tooth with porcelain filling or a crown to ensure the strength of the restored tooth. The restored tooth will look great, match your other teeth, and will be perfect in terms of biting or chewing your food. If you wait and do not seek out timely root canal treatment, the pain from a problem tooth may become unbearable and the tooth may not be able to be saved. Call us at (951) 689-0701 for an emergency consultation with our endodontists. At Dental Specialists of Riverside, we want to stop your pain and save your teeth! We answer our phone 24/7 so that our staff can provide you with an emergency appointment.