Why it may help
Deep decay or a crack can damage the soft tissue inside a tooth. It may become infected. A root canal removes this tissue, cleans the inside, and seals the tooth.
What happens next?
We examine the tooth and take images as needed. The area is numbed for treatment. Tell us if you feel pain so we can pause. Care may take more than one visit. A crown may be needed to protect the tooth afterward.
Your choices and recovery
We will discuss whether the tooth can be saved or needs to be removed. A treated tooth can still crack or become infected again. Follow-up care matters.
Some soreness is common after treatment. Call us if pain worsens, swelling appears, or your bite feels wrong. Follow the care plan we give you.
Common questions
Will the tooth last forever?
No treatment can promise that. The tooth’s condition and daily care affect how long it lasts.
Can I wait until it stops hurting?
Pain can fade even when a problem remains. Call for an exam instead of waiting.
This is general information. An exam helps us find the right care for you.
Learn more from trusted sources: ADA: root canals