Dispel the myth of painful root canal procedures! At Endodontics Associates of Georgia, Drs. Damaries Candelario-Soto, Yanina Figueroa, Joseph Yoo, Shaletha Bolden, and Yasir Al-Drughs specialize in offering efficient, pain-free root canal treatments. Serving the Atlanta, Georgia, area and beyond, we alleviate the discomfort caused by infected teeth by performing comfortable root canal therapy! If you are experiencing pain from a severely decayed tooth, contact our experienced team for an evaluation or learn more by browsing the frequently asked questions below!
Is root canal therapy safe?
We often hear from our patient’s concerns about the safety of root canal treatments. Rest assured, they are a completely safe and time-tested method of treating infected or severely decayed teeth.
What happens if I do not undergo root canal therapy?
When tooth decay is left untreated, it could ultimately kill your natural tooth by damaging its blood vessels and nerves. At this point, tooth extraction is the only option to prevent infection spread. However, root canal treatment could remove the infected pulp before resorting to that step, saving your tooth from extraction and allowing it to remain in place.
What happens during the root canal therapy procedure?
The root canal therapy treatment performed at Endodontic Associates of Georgia is straightforward. Our team will first numb the area to ensure a painless procedure. We then drill into the tooth to reach and remove the infected pulp and any diseased tissues and nerves. A thorough disinfection of your tooth chamber and canals is performed to prevent re-infection.
After ensuring your tooth is infection-free, we fill it with gutta-percha, a special material that safeguards it against future decay. The final step involves placing a dental crown to fortify your tooth’s structure. This crown protects your tooth against future damage and reinstates its proper functioning.
Why should I consider root canal treatment?
Reasons to opt for root canal therapy might include a pulp infection, deep decay that reaches the pulp, harmful bacteria infiltrating through tooth cracks or chips, a weakened tooth structure from repeated dental treatments, a faulty crown, or a dental injury. After assessing your dental condition, our dental team decides if a root canal treatment is necessary to save your tooth. This effective procedure might be key to preserving the beauty of your smile.
Which is better: root canal therapy or permanent extraction?
Wondering whether to go for this restorative dental treatment or an extraction? Consider this: root canal therapy can:
- Save your decayed teeth for future use
- Preserve your natural smile
- Save you from the hassle and cost of a tooth extraction
- Save the future expense of tooth replacement
Keeping your natural teeth, whenever feasible, helps maintain your original smile and is generally preferred over tooth removal.
Who can I call to schedule root canal therapy for my smile?
If you are looking for root canal treatment in and around Atlanta, Georgia, call Endodontics Associates of Georgia at (770) 952-0195.
Meet the Doctors of Endodontics Associates Group
At Endodontics Associates Group, our board-certified endodontists bring exceptional skill, compassion, and advanced technology to every root canal procedure. With multiple convenient locations, our team is dedicated to saving natural teeth and relieving dental pain using the most biologically respectful techniques available, including GentleWave® therapy, CBCT imaging, and laser-assisted disinfection.
Each of our doctors is a specialist in diagnosing and treating complex dental pain, calcified canals, retreatments, and apical surgeries. We collaborate closely with general dentists and specialists to ensure seamless care and predictable results. Whether you're a patient in need of urgent relief or a referring dentist seeking expert support, our doctors are here to help.
Our mission is simple: preserve teeth, protect health, and provide peace of mind—one root canal at a time.