Root Canal Columbia, SC
What is a root canal?
A root canal is one of the most common dental procedures performed, well over 14 million every year. This simple treatment can save your natural teeth and prevent the need for dental implants or bridges.
At the center of your tooth is the 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 root canal treatment, and you probably will be comfortable returning to your normal routine.
Don’t Suffer From Tooth Pain Any Longer!
Pain in your tooth or gums may be a symptom of infected pulp. Palmetto Endodontics can perform a Root Canal to treat the infected pulp, relieve pain, and save your natural teeth!
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 root canal treatment?
When your root canal therapy has been completed, a record of your treatment will be sent to your general dentist. You should contact their office for a follow-up restoration within a few weeks of completion at our office. Your general 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 root canal treatment 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 much less expensive than tooth removal and replacement with an artificial tooth.
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Patient Review
Wow! I am in complete awe of the kindness and professionalism shown to me by Dr McEntire and his staff. I am an RN, so of course I am in observation mode of everything. I could tell that the care and concern were genuine. I was extremely nervous but everything was explained to me from start to finish! He tells you what he’s doing and constantly ask if you’re ok, which is extremely comforting...and that dreaded needle, not bad at all! If I ever need another root canal...I am certainly going back there and will tell everyone I know...”Dr McEntire, is who you need to see”!
- Nancy H
Patient Review
I had a great experience with Dr. Barrett and his staff.
- tommy s
Patient Review
Excellent service. No pain. I was very impressed with the professional treatment I received. I recommend this office and staff. Hopefully will not need services again but will return if necessary.
- patricia r
Patient Review
I was referred to Dr. Spitz and she was able to complete my root canal within just a few hours of seeing my regular dentist. The staff was very helpful, I was able to complete the paperwork before I arrived, and I was seen within a few minutes after arriving. Dr. Spitz was very knowledgeable, explicit, and kind.
- Casey H
Patient Review
Dr. Barret is very skilled and explained the procedure well. good pain control with local anesthetic. I would recommend him highly.
- pat p p