Root Canal Treatment in Calgary
Severe tooth pain often means the nerve inside your tooth is infected or inflamed. Root canal treatment removes the source of pain and saves your natural tooth, avoiding the need for extraction. Royal Oak Smiles offers same day emergency appointments for urgent cases.
About Root Canal Treatment
Root canal treatment removes infected or inflamed tissue from inside a tooth, then cleans, disinfects, and seals the space to prevent further infection. Despite its reputation, modern root canal treatment is a routine, effective procedure that relieves pain rather than causing it. Saving your natural tooth through root canal treatment is almost always preferable to tooth extraction, since it preserves your natural bite and avoids the need for a replacement tooth.
What is Condition
Root canal treatment is needed when the soft tissue inside a tooth, called the pulp, becomes infected or inflamed, usually due to deep decay, a cracked tooth, or repeated dental procedures on the same tooth. Left untreated, this infection can spread, cause an abscess, and eventually lead to tooth loss, making prompt treatment important once symptoms appear.
Symptoms and Causes
- Signs you may need root canal treatment include:
- Persistent or severe tooth pain, especially when chewing or applying pressure
- Sensitivity to hot or cold that lingers after the stimulus is removed
- Swelling or tenderness in the gums near the affected tooth
- Darkening or discoloration of the tooth
- A recurring pimple like bump on the gums
Common causes include deep tooth decay, a cracked or fractured tooth, and repeated dental treatments on the same tooth over time.
What to Expect
Your appointment starts with an exam and X-ray to confirm the diagnosis. Your dentist removes the infected tissue, cleans and shapes the inside of the tooth, then seals it to prevent reinfection. In many cases, a porcelain crown is placed afterward to protect and restore the tooth's strength, especially for back teeth that handle significant chewing pressure. Most root canal treatments are completed in one to two visits.
Why Choose Royal Oak Smiles
Our team of three dentists is equipped to provide root canal treatment as part of our dental emergency care, with same day appointments available for patients in pain. We're open evenings until 8 PM Monday through Thursday, plus weekends, so urgent care doesn't mean waiting days for relief. We direct bill most major Alberta insurance providers and are a participating provider for CDCP and NIHB.
Consultation and Procedure Fee
The cost of root canal treatment depends on the tooth being treated and the complexity of the case. We'll provide a clear estimate after your exam and X-ray. We direct bill most major Alberta insurance providers, and offer flexible financing for patients without coverage.
Recovery Timeline
Most patients return to normal activities the same day, though mild soreness for a few days afterward is common. Avoid chewing on the treated tooth until any temporary filling or permanent crown is placed. Full healing of the surrounding tissue typically occurs within a few weeks.
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Root canal treatment removes infected or inflamed tissue from inside a tooth, then cleans and seals it to relieve pain and save the natural tooth.
Common signs include persistent tooth pain, sensitivity to hot or cold that lingers, swelling near the tooth, and discoloration. If you're experiencing any of these, book an appointment promptly.
Stick to soft foods for the first day or two, and avoid chewing on the treated side until any temporary filling or permanent crown is in place.
Cost depends on the tooth being treated and case complexity. We provide a clear estimate after your exam, and direct bill most major Alberta insurance providers.
The main alternative is tooth extraction, but saving your natural tooth through root canal treatment is almost always the better long term option when possible. Your dentist will discuss your specific case with you.
Book Your Appointment
In pain and need relief? Book a root canal treatment appointment with Royal Oak Smiles today, same day emergency appointments available.