Endodontics
At Intentional Dentistry, formerly known as Wilson Dental, We understand the fear and anxiety that can accompany tooth pain. Our goal in providing root canal treatment is to offer a gentle and comfortable experience to help you feel better and, most importantly, maintain your natural tooth. Using modern techniques and a caring touch, these services provide our patients with long-lasting results.
Signs You May Need a Root Canal
Maintaining your oral health requires treating issues before they get worse. Endodontics focuses on the pulp and root health of the tooth. A root canal is usually needed due to trauma or infections. The root canal is simple procedure of removing the infection and placing filling material inside the roots of the tooth. Please know, we understand the anxiety that sometimes comes with the need for this procedure and we will compassionately work with you to make you comfortable and provide relief. Please call our office today if you think you are in need of a root canal procedure.
Signs you may need a root canal:
- Persistent pain when biting or chewing
- Extreme sensitivity to hot or cold
- Darkening of a single tooth
- Swelling or tenderness in nearby gums
Our Root Canal Services
Following Your Root Canal
Once your root canal is completed and your pain has subsided, the next step is to protect your remaining tooth structure with a beautiful, esthetic custom crown. Your crown is usually completed a few weeks following your root canal visit and completes the care you will need for a fully functioning tooth. Please know, we will walk you through each step of this process to help you improve your dental future.
Maintain Excellent Homecare
After treatment, we will walk you through steps to protect your tooth and soothe any soreness. We schedule follow-up visits to check healing. You’ll receive clear home-care tips and a direct line to our team for any questions or issues you may have.
An Improved Dental Future
We understand that the need for a root canal is likely not what you were hoping for. Our goal is to help you with this service as well as with future focused treatment planning to avoid additional root canals in the future. At Intentional Dentistry, your healthy dental future matters to us.
Our Promise to Our Patients
We focus on your complete health and well-being—from your first call to your last checkup. We will partner with you and empower you with the information you need to make informed decisions about your care.
- Compassionate Health-Centered Care
- An emphasis on patient education and future focused treatment planning
