Root Canals
Keep Your Smile Whole
End Your Pain & Protect Your Smile With Root Canals in Portland, OR
Forget everything you thought you knew about root canal therapy! When you're struggling with a severe toothache, a root canal in Portland, OR can bring quick, lasting relief while saving your natural tooth. At Kennedy Dental, our skilled and compassionate team uses modern technology and gentle techniques to make your experience comfortable and stress-free.
This effective treatment will relieve your dental pain fast, stop the infection from spreading, and help you avoid an extraction. Once your tooth is restored, you'll enjoy comfortable function again and maintain strong oral health for years to come. There's no need to suffer through tooth pain—our caring team will make sure you feel at ease throughout your visit.
Call Kennedy Dental today to schedule your appointment. If you're in pain, we'll do everything possible to see you right away. Ask about saving on care through our in-house membership club!
Experience Your Root Canal Treatment in Comfort
At Kennedy Dental, we emphasize preventive care but understand that root canals are sometimes necessary for treating dental infections. The majority of root canal procedures are performed right here in-house, but we may refer you to a specialist if needed.
We'll take care of your infection so you can avoid extractions and costly replacement teeth, ensuring your comfort along the way. The process is rather simple:
- We assess your mouth and use digital X-rays to decide if a root canal is needed.
- We numb your mouth with local anesthetic for a painless experience.
- Dr. Kennedy will remove the infection from your tooth.
- The tooth's canals are cleaned thoroughly.
- The inside of your tooth is then filled with a rubber-like material.
- We will cap the tooth with a dental crown to restore its function and appearance.
You have nothing to fear thanks to our dental sedation options and cozy amenities like pillows, blankets, and headphones. We'll make sure you feel completely calm and relaxed throughout the process.
Feel better with root canals in Portland, OR. Call Kennedy Dental today at 866-552-4346 to schedule an appointment.
Common Questions About Root Canals
Why have a root canal?
If the pulp inside your tooth becomes infected, you'll need to have a root canal or remove the tooth. Otherwise, the infection can worsen and spread to your jaw and even elsewhere in your body, causing potentially serious health issues. You'll recover more easily from a root canal than an extraction, and it keeps your tooth structure in place.
Are root canals painful?
While they have that reputation, most patients find a root canal no more uncomfortable than receiving a filling. The procedure eliminates pain; it doesn't cause it! We'll numb your mouth with local anesthesia so you don't feel pain. You may find it easier to relax if you also receive one of our two forms of safe dental sedation.
What does a root canal do?
When we perform a root canal procedure, it is because the soft inner portion of the tooth (known as the pulp) has become infected. For this procedure, your dentist will access the pulp through the top of the tooth, clean it out, sanitize and shape the root canals, and seal the tooth back. This treatment allows us to save your tooth while stopping your pain.
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