Root Canal Therapy
What is a root canal?
A root canal is one of the most common dental procedures performed, well over 14 million every year. This treatment can save your natural teeth and prevent the need of dental implants or bridges.
At the center of your tooth is pulp. Pulp is a collection of blood vessels that helps to 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. This 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. We use local anesthesia to eliminate discomfort. In addition, we will provide nitrous oxide analgesia, if indicated. You will be able to drive home after your treatment, and you probably will be comfortable returning to your normal routine.
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 it cost?
The cost associated with this procedure 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 less expensive than tooth removal and replacement with an artificial tooth.
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Honestly one of the best dentist offices I have ever been to and the staff was overall amazing. They knew I was very nervous for my procedure and made sure that I was as comfortable as I could be. I would highly recommend them to anyone who needs work done.
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My visit to Dr. Merchant's office was as good as it gets when talking root canal!! The staff is friendly and professional! Dr. Merchant is very nice, explains the procedure in full, and does his best to make sure I was comfortable and pain free the whole time!!! If you need an Endodontist, I highly recommend Dr. Merchant and staff!!!
- Donna P
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Dr. Merchant and his staff were warm, gentle, kind and totally professional. I was so nervous going in for a root canal, but during the entire procedure I was kept comfortable, pain free and they truly cared about my well being. Highly recommend this group!
- Caren B
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Just have one word...AWESOME! Thank you for making my dental experience so easy and painfree!
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It was a great experience (which is not how I would normally describe a root canal... until today). The comfortable and relaxing nature of the office and staff was great.
- Adam C
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Steven J Merchant did my first root canal.I would recommend Steven J Merchant to my friends.
- Jennifer D
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Dr. Merchant is the most kind, caring and professional endodontist I have ever met. Also, this was the FIRST experience in a dentist chair that DID NOT hurt! Dr. Merchant is the absolute best endodontist I have ever met! The office staff are a pleasure to work with and extremely helpful! I have already recommended Dr. Merchant and his excellent office staff to several friends. Simply the Best!
- Esther Z
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Very pleased with my visit with Merchant Endodontics. The staff professionally explained the process, Dr. Merchant was very patient, explaining the procedure. As a registered nurse, they were very good about explaining everything to me, which really helped reduce any anxiety or worry about the procedure. Would recommend Merchant Endodontics to anyone in need of endodontic services.
- Patricia S
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so happy with the customer service, office staff, explaining and doing all the procedures, the hi tech atmosphere and equipment used was very comforting. I would recommend Dr. Merchant and this practice to anyone who ever asked!!
- Lorin B
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Dr. Merchant was very helpful in explaining every step of the process. He is very cordial and easy to relate with.
- Robert S
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Love Dr. Merchant, i know he understands why i hope i don't have to see him too often but will refer anyone needing an Endodontist to him!!!
- Jennifer J
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Thank you for saving my life! My pain is finally gone!!
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Best experience I have ever had in a dental office from start to finish. The front desk receptionist was very sweet and thorough with my insurance information. Both dental assistants were amazing and made me feel at ease. Lastly, Dr. Merchant knew about my bad experience with a previous root canal and went above and beyond to make sure I was comfortable. I really enjoyed everything about this dentist office!
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I required a root canal that was somewhat complicated due to the positioning of the tooth. Dr. Merchant skillfully performed the procedure. I had full confidence in his work throughout the procedure. No discomfort at all. The overall quality and skill of the experience was outstanding.
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