Endodontics in Scarborough, ON
Endodontics Surgery in Scarborough
A Careful Approach to Saving Your Natural Tooth
Endodontics is the branch of dentistry focused on treating the tooth’s inner pulp and root, most commonly through root canal therapy.
Root canal treatment can save a natural tooth when decay, infection, or damage has affected the pulp and would otherwise make extraction necessary. Treatment involves carefully addressing the affected pulp and root canal system while preserving as much healthy tooth structure as possible.
At BSRV Dental Office, endodontic care begins with an assessment of the affected tooth, including its symptoms, condition, and root structure. This helps our dental team determine whether root canal treatment is appropriate and plan care based on the individual tooth.
Benefits of Endodontic Treatment
Endodontic treatment can address infection or damage inside a tooth while helping maintain its natural structure and function. The benefits can include:
Save the Natural Tooth Instead of Extraction
Root canal treatment removes infected or diseased pulp while preserving the natural tooth, helping you avoid tooth loss and maintain normal chewing function.
Relieve Pain Caused by Infection
Treating the infected pulp can address persistent tooth pain, severe toothache, sensitivity, and tenderness when biting that may result from infection or inflammation.
Help Prevent Infection from Spreading
Removing infected tissue and cleaning the root canal system can help control a dental infection before it affects surrounding gum tissue, the bone around the root, or nearby teeth.
Personalized Endodontics Planning
Why Choose BSRV Dental Office for Endodontic Treatment
At BSRV Dental Office, endodontic treatment starts with a careful dental examination to understand your symptoms and assess the affected tooth. Digital X-rays help our dental team evaluate the pulp, root structure, and surrounding areas before treatment is planned. When appropriate, 3D CBCT imaging may provide additional detail for a more complex tooth.
During treatment, proper local anesthesia is used to numb the area and help keep the procedure comfortable. Our dental team works carefully around the affected pulp and root canal system while preserving healthy tooth structure whenever possible.
Why Patients Trust BSRV Dental Office
- Careful diagnosis before treatment
- Clear treatment recommendations
- Personalized care based on the affected tooth
What to Expect During Endodontic Treatment
Endodontic treatment is planned around the condition of the affected tooth. The process generally includes three main steps:
1
Examination and X-Rays
Our dental team examines the tooth and reviews digital X-rays to assess the infected pulp, root structure, and surrounding areas. This helps determine the appropriate treatment approach.
2
Cleaning and Sealing the Root Canal
Under local anesthesia, the infected or diseased pulp tissue is removed. The root canals are then carefully cleaned and shaped before being filled and sealed to help prevent further bacterial infection.
3
Restoring the Tooth
After root canal treatment, a filling or dental crown may be placed depending on the tooth's condition. The restoration helps protect the treated tooth, restore its function, and reduce the risk of further damage.
Is Endodontic Treatment Right for You?
Who Is a Good Candidate for Endodontic Treatment?
Patients With an Infected or Abscessed Tooth
A bacterial infection inside the tooth can cause persistent pain, swelling, tenderness, or a dental abscess. Root canal treatment may help remove the source of infection and preserve the tooth.
Patients With Deep Decay Reaching the Pulp
Untreated tooth decay can progress through the tooth and reach the dental pulp, potentially causing significant sensitivity, pain, or pulp infection.
Patients With a Cracked or Injured Tooth
A cracked, fractured, or injured tooth may expose or damage the pulp and nerves, making endodontic treatment appropriate in some cases.
Signs You May Need Root Canal Treatment
Certain symptoms may indicate that the pulp inside a tooth is infected, inflamed, or damaged and should be assessed by a dental professional:
- Persistent tooth pain or sensitivity, especially sensitivity to hot or cold that does not settle.
- Pain when chewing or biting, which may occur when the tooth or surrounding tissues are affected.
- Swelling or tenderness in the gums around the affected tooth.
- Darkening of the tooth, which can sometimes occur when the pulp has been damaged or has become diseased.
- A recurring pimple-like bump on the gums, which may be associated with an underlying dental infection or abscess.
Everything You Need to Know
Frequently Asked Questions
Is it better to go to an endodontist for a root canal?
An endodontist is a dental specialist who focuses on the diagnosis and treatment of problems involving the tooth pulp and root. Many routine root canal cases can be assessed and treated by a general dentist, while more complex cases may require coordination with an endodontic specialist.
What is the average cost of a root canal in Toronto?
There is no single average price that applies to every root canal in Toronto. The cost can vary based on the affected tooth, number of canals, complexity of the infection, diagnostic X-rays, and the final restoration needed, so a personalized estimate is more useful than a fixed price.
How much does an endodontist charge for a consultation?
An endodontic consultation fee varies by clinic and may depend on the examination and diagnostic imaging required. Before treatment, ask the dental office what the consultation includes and whether X-rays or other diagnostic tests are billed separately.
Is a root canal covered by OHIP?
OHIP generally does not cover root canal treatment provided in a dentist’s office for most adults because routine dental services are not covered under OHIP. Eligible patients may have other options, including the Canadian Dental Care Plan (CDCP) or private dental insurance, depending on their eligibility and plan.
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3430 Finch Ave E #6B, Scarborough, ON M1W 2R5, Canada
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Saturday 9 AM to 5 PM
Sunday 10 AM to 4 PM