Root Canal Therapy in Omro

What Is a Root Canal?

Root canals are designed specifically to remove the pulp, nerve endings and other tissue from inside a tooth to eliminate infections and pain caused by pressure on the nerves. Our dental team can provide you with an expert diagnosis. We always strive to provide the best dental care in Omro to relieve pain and to provide you with the brightest smile possible. If needed, we can perform a root canal that will help you feel better right away.

How Will I Know I Need a Root Canal?

A few key symptoms may be enough to determine whether you are a good candidate for a root canal procedure:

• Severe pain is the most common symptom of infections, injuries or abscesses affecting the roots of your teeth. This pain may be persistent and may wake you up at night or become worse when pressure is applied on or near the tooth.
• Some patients report increased sensitivity to heat, cold or pressure.
• Swollen areas of the gums near the tooth usually indicate that infected material is building up in that area to create an abscess.
• Discolored teeth or visible cavities may also be warning signs that a dental root canal may be necessary.

If you or someone in your family is experiencing any of these symptoms, calling Omro Dentistry at (920) 352-1106 is a practical step toward resolving your dental issues and ensuring the healthiest teeth and gums.

What Types of Dentists Perform Root Canals?

The general dentistry professionals at Omro Dentistry are qualified to perform root canals. If you do need a specialist, however, we can refer you to an endodontist who will examine your tooth and provide you with advanced surgical solutions to achieve the best results.

How Are Root Canals Performed?

The process for performing root canals is relatively straightforward in most cases. The typical steps are:

• Numbing the area of the tooth or providing you with general anesthesia to make your procedure painless.
• Isolating the tooth from other teeth and areas of your mouth with a small dental shield.
• Drilling a hole through the top or crown of your tooth.
• Removing the pulp and other materials from the inside of the tooth and using instruments to scrape and shape the interior of your tooth.
• Rinsing the area with a dental disinfectant to reduce the risk of future infections.
• Filling the root canals and center of the tooth with gutta-percha.
• Applying a root canal crown to cover and protect the tooth.

You may need to schedule a follow-up visit with your root canal dentist to make sure that everything is healing as expected and that your procedure was a success.

Types of Root Canals

At Omro Dentistry, we can perform standard root canals as well as some not-so-common procedures:

Apicoectomy procedures are used when a previous root canal was unsuccessful. These are used to remove the tip of a tooth's root to make sure that the patient is as comfortable as possible.

Baby root canals, more accurately referred to as pediatric pulpotomies, are performed on children who still have their baby teeth and are suffering from infections or damage to these teeth. By removing the pulp and leaving the nerve behind, our team of pediatric dentists can provide the best treatment for your little ones.

What Are the Costs of Root Canals?

If you are worried about the impact of the root canal cost on your budget, the helpful team at Omro Dentistry can help with the most affordable payment options. We will provide you with an accurate estimate of the cost of your treatment. Front teeth have only one root and cost less to treat than molars with four roots, which can play a major role in the cost of dental care. Omro Dentistry accepts most dental insurance plans and discount programs. We will work with you to keep your out-of-pocket costs as low as possible.

Why Choose Omro Dentistry for Your Dental Root Canal Treatment?

We offer convenient appointment times and emergency services designed to help you manage your dental health as effectively as possible. To learn more, call Omro Dentistry today at (920) 352-1106 to schedule your first appointment. We think you will be glad you did.