Relieve Pain and Save Your Tooth with the Root Canal Procedure

Heightened sensitivity and tooth pain are often signs that your natural tooth enamel is not providing adequate protection. If left untreated, this sensitivity can progress to more severe toothaches, signaling an underlying issue. Beneath the external white enamel on your teeth lies the pulp chamber, which contains sensitive nerves, blood vessels, and tissues. If bacteria infiltrate this area due to deep decay, a fracture, or unsuccessful dental procedures, inflammation and severe pain can occur. This is when a provider at Endodontics Associates of Georgia may recommend the root canal procedure.

A root canal, also known as endodontic therapy, is recommended for individuals displaying signs of a tooth infection. It eliminates the infected tissues, thus rescuing your tooth from being permanently removed. You can rely on our highly skilled endodontists for superior root canal treatments.

What are the common signs of a tooth infection may necessitate a root canal?

Since teeth are living things with delicate tissues, infections can cause various symptoms. This can include:

Intense tooth pain when biting or chewing
Sensitivity to hot and cold foods
Facial and gum inflammation
Obvious dark patches on your tooth
Pus around the affected tooth
Pimple-like swelling on your gums

If you suspect a tooth infection, prompt action is crucial. While a root canal can rescue your infected tooth, it is only effective within a certain timeframe after symptoms begin. Waiting too long can lead to broader infections, damaging your tooth and neighboring tissues. After this point, tooth extraction might be the only option.

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What does the root canal process involve?

You can trust our skilled team to handle all root canal procedures, including complex cases. We use cutting-edge technology and advanced techniques for optimal results and a comfortable experience.

We conduct dental X-rays to assess the damage before beginning your root canal treatment. This information guides us in selecting the most effective treatment method for your tooth.

What are the necessary steps involved in root canal therapy?

Anesthesia. Our team will thoroughly numb your tooth for a pain-free procedure.
Isolation. We safeguard your tooth from saliva contamination with a rubber dam.
Infection removal. Our endodontists create an access hole in your tooth to remove the afflicted tissues from the pulp chamber and root canals. We’ll then use the GentleWave procedure, which employs sound waves and fluids, for a thorough cleansing. This innovative method can reach even the smallest crevices where manual tools cannot.
Filling. After removing the infected pulp, we fill your tooth’s cavity with a latex-like gutta-percha material to prevent future infections. Then, we seal your tooth with a temporary filling.
Crowning. We recommend strengthening your tooth with a dental crown if it is extremely weakened. Root canal-treated teeth will often last a lifetime with proper care, look, and work like other teeth.

Who can I call for root canal therapy?

Call Endodontics Associates of Georgia at (770) 954-8338 to request an appointment with Drs. Damaries Candelario-Soto, Yanina Figueroa, Joseph Yoo, Shaletha Bolden, and Yasir Al-Drugh, today!

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Dr. Damaries Candelario-Soto

Dr. Damaries Candelario-Soto, DMD, MPH, embodies unmatched expertise, drawing from a rich background spanning 22 years in dentistry. Graduating from the University of Puerto Rico Dental School, she honed her skills in endodontics during her tenure in the US Air Force, serving as Chief of the Endodontic Department at Kadena Air Base, among other roles. Her authoritative contributions extend beyond military service; she's a Diplomate of the American Board of Endodontists. Dr. Candelario-Soto's commitment to public health, evident through her MPH, resonates in her philanthropic efforts, including co-founding the Dental Assistant School of Atlanta and serving on the board of Ser Familia. Patients trust her compassionate care and painless procedures.