Root Canal Treatment

At SJ Dental in Twinsburg, we save infected teeth from extraction with comfortable, efficient root canal treatment. If you shudder at the very thought, we understand. Just know that advances in modern dentistry make the procedure more comfortable and efficient than ever.

Why Is Root Canal Therapy Necessary?

Our dentists recommend root canal therapy when the tooth's pulp becomes inflamed or infected. Pulp consists of blood vessels and nerves and is found at the very center of your tooth. The area is normally well protected, but bacteria can enter it due to deep decay, dental trauma, or failing dental work.

Signs You Might Need a Root Canal

If you experience any of the following symptoms, call us right away at (330) 888-1326 so we can schedule you for an emergency appointment.

• Jaw pain or swelling
• Excruciating tooth pain
• Lingering sensitivity to touch and temperature
• A raised bump or “pimple” on the gums
• A terrible odor or taste in your mouth

If you experience any of the above symptoms, it's crucial to call us as soon as possible to schedule an emergency root canal. While we may not have time to complete the procedure that day, we will relieve your pain and stabilize the situation until we can schedule full treatment. Postponing treatment only leads to worsening symptoms and eventual tooth loss; even worse, the bacteria can enter the bloodstream and impact other parts of your body.

You can expect our dentists to perform the following steps during your root canal:

1. First, we ensure your comfort by administering a potent local anesthetic. We won’t proceed until we are certain that the treatment area is completely numb.
2. Next, our dentists access the pulp chamber inside your tooth. Instead of traditional manual files, we use leading-edge rotary endodontic technology to clear away the infected pulp comfortably and efficiently.
3. With the pulp removed, our dentists fill the root canals with a biocompatible material called gutta-percha, then seal the tooth with a temporary filling.

You can expect a few days of soreness after your root canal, but it’s usually easy to control with OTC pain medications. Give your body time to rest, avoid heavy exercise, and stay away from extremely hot or cold foods that could irritate the tooth. Continue to brush and floss as you usually do.

Approximately two weeks after your procedure, you will return to SJ Dental so we can place either a final filling or crown to protect the tooth.

Do You Need Root Canal Treatment in Twinsburg, OH?

If you're experiencing pain and suspect you need an emergency root canal, please call us at (330) 888-1326. We’ll see you the same day to provide relief and save your tooth. Please don’t postpone needed treatment. An untreated tooth infection only leads to worsening symptoms and can have serious, life-threatening consequences.

We are honored to serve Twinsburg and all surrounding areas, including Hudson, Solon, Aurora, Stow, and beyond.