Root Canal Treatment
What is a root canal?
A root canal is one of the most common dental procedures performed, with well over 14 million completed every year. This simple treatment can save your natural teeth and prevent the need for dental implants or bridges.
At the center of your tooth is soft tissue called the pulp. The pulp is a collection of nerves, blood vessels, and lymphatics that help build the surrounding tooth. Infection of the pulp can be caused by trauma to the tooth, deep decay, cracks and chips, or repeated dental procedures. Symptoms of the infection can be identified as visible injury or swelling of the tooth, sensitivity to temperature or pain in the tooth and gums.
If you experience any of these symptoms, your dentist will most likely recommend non-surgical treatment to eliminate the diseased pulp. This injured pulp is removed and the root canal system is thoroughly cleaned and sealed. Root canal therapy usually involves local anesthesia and may be completed in one or more visits depending on the treatment required. Success for this type of treatment occurs in about 90% of cases. If your tooth is not amenable to endodontic treatment or the chance of success is unfavorable, you will be informed at the time of consultation or when a complication becomes evident during or after treatment. Dr. Volk uses local anesthesia to eliminate discomfort.
Healthy Tooth
Tooth Anatomy
Inflammation
Cleaned Canals
Filling Placed
Healed Tooth
Endodontic Presentation
To provide you with a better understanding of endodontic procedures, we have provided the following multimedia presentation. Many common questions pertaining to root canal therapy are discussed.
What happens after treatment?
When your root canal therapy has been completed, a record of your treatment will be sent to your restorative dentist. You should contact their office for a follow-up restoration within a few weeks of completion at our office. Your restorative dentist will decide on what type of restoration is necessary to protect your tooth. It is rare for endodontic patients to experience complications after routine endodontic treatment or microsurgery. If a problem does occur, however, we are available at all times to respond. To prevent further decay, continue to practice good dental hygiene.
How much will a root canal cost?
The cost associated with root canals can vary depending on factors such as the severity of damage to the affected tooth and which tooth is affected. In general, endodontic treatment is much less expensive than tooth removal and replacement with an artificial tooth.
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This is my third root canal. Dr. Volk did an outstanding job as usual. Frankly, I would never choose anyone else for a root canal. He is an outstanding dentist that has the patient's best interest at heart. The staff and Dr. Volk are friendly, respectful, caring and courteous of your time. The office is run very smoothly and efficiently. I would definitely recommend.
- JEFF P
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Dr. Volk and his staff are unparalleled in skill, professionalism and service. For me, there is no other choice but Dr. Volk and his team. Simply the best!
- David S
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Excellent care and professionalism from start to finish...a no pain during procedure!
- Linda G
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I highly recommend Dr. Volk and his team!
- Jill A
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Everyone in the office was courteous and friendly. The procedure went smoothly and I never felt any discomfort or pain. Every step was explained to me. I would highly recommend Dr. Volk and his staff.
- Carol P
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No pain, good communication, and great procedure with no problems.
- Charles H
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Better than getting a filling! Dr. Volk is very aware and concerned about your comfort and well-being. Very good at what he does.
- Paige L
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Greatest dentist experience. Will come back
- Kristin M
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Great Experience. Dr. Volk and staff were wonderful. Hope to not need another root canal but wouldn’t go anywhere else if I did.
- Saada S
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Excellent care and patient interaction!
- Jane H
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Everything with my visit was top notch. I highly recommend Dr. Volk for any Endodontic procedures. His staff was very friendly and patient.
- Diszell G
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This is the second time I had to go see Dr. Volk for a Root Canal. I can’t say enough good things about Dr. Volk and his staff. They are all unbelievable and care about their patients. I was in such pain, when I called first thing in the morning to explain my situation, they got me in the same day. I got to his office in the early afternoon and Dr. Volk completed my procedure. Hands down, Dr. Volk and his staff are the best. You will not find a better Endodontiic dentist anywhere. Thank you so much for treating me and getting me back to normal.
- Jeff P
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Need a root canal!? THIS IS YOUR GUY. Wonderful experience with Dr. Volk and his team. They got me in for an appointment super quickly (next day) to address my tooth pain. I found out I needed a root canal and had never had this procedure done before, so I was really nervous about it. Dr. Volk and his team were extremely friendly and patient with me and all my questions. They explained the procedure thoroughly before starting and checked-in frequently during the procedure to make sure I was doing okay and not experiencing any pain. I experienced ZERO pain during the my procedure and only one VERY minor pinch with the first numbing injection. The following ones were completely painless. Dr. Volk is extremely gentle with his technique, who could have thought a root canal could be COMFORTABLE. This made my first root canal experience a walk in the park! I could tell his team is also very knowledgeable and experienced so things ran very smoothly and I felt confident that I was in good hands. Best experience I have had with dental work ever! If I ever need more dental work like this I would definitely go back to him. Thank you so very much Dr. Volk and team!!! I am so appreciative for the care and compassion that you provided to me.
- Erin H
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Very friendly and professional staff. I appreciate the level of empathy and care they showed from scheduling the appointment and making sure I had a pain free experience! Thank you for being an amazing practice!
- Michelle M
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Entire experiences was as painless as could be. Staff and experience were amazing
- Shawna M
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This was by far the greatest dental procedure experience I have had in my entire life. Everyone was so friendly and helpful and it was clear that my comfort was their number one priority. I will be recommending this practice to everyone I know.
- Caroline R
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The very best root canal experience. I was in pain when I walked in the door, but had such a pleasant experience I was smiling when I left. The waiting room was clean and neat, the staff were professional and warm, and Dr. Volk was exceptional! Hope I don’t need another root canal anytime soon but if I do, I know exactly where I’m coming and without hesitation!
- Qiana W
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Easy appointment
- Jeff C
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Absolutely wonderful experience!!!!!
- Inanna C
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Everyone was great & the procedure was great!
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