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Root Canal Treatment – Fort Worth, TX

Relieve Your Pain and Save Your Tooth

Each tooth in your mouth is built like a fortress with hard enamel and dentin protecting the inner nerve. When severe tooth decay or another type of damage gives bacteria access to the interior pulp chamber, painful infection can ensure. In this case, root canal treatment in Fort Worth is likely the best option to treat tooth loss. Otherwise, it would need to be extracted. Dr. King and our team at Summer Creek Dentistry can perform the life-saving procedure to relieve your pain and restore the health of your tooth, so it continues to serve you well for many years to come.

Man holding his cheek in pain before root canal treatment in Fort Worth

Why Choose Summer Creek Dentistry for Root Canal Treatment?

Factors That Can Affect Root Canal Cost

Unfortunately, root canals aren’t a one-size-fits-all procedure and their cost depends on a number of factors, including:

  • Tooth Location: Treating teeth near the back of your mouth is typically more expensive because they are more difficult to work on.
  • Severity of Damage: More extensive infections or decay may require additional work beyond the root canal itself, including a crown or other restoration.
  • The Type of Tooth: Molars have more roots than incisors or canine teeth. The more roots there are to treat, the more complex and expensive the procedure becomes.

Is it Cheaper to Extract My Tooth?

While extraction might seem cheaper especially when you’re in pain and just want the problem tooth gone, it can lead to higher long-term costs. This is a direct result of issues such as:

  • Tooth Shifting: As nearby teeth begin to move gradually to pick up the slack for the lost tooth, it can cause bite alignment problems.
  • Jawbone Deterioration: Without a tooth in place to stimulate your jawbone, it will begin to break down over time. Only costly dental implants can prevent this issue.
  • Aesthetic Challenges: Missing teeth can cause a loss of self-esteem and require replacements to fill the gap, costing you extra time and money.

A root canal preserves your natural tooth, avoiding the need for extensive restorative or cosmetic work later. At our Fort Worth office, we’ll help you weigh your options to make an informed decision about your smile.

Does Dental Insurance Cover Root Canals?

Many dental insurance plans will cover part of the cost of root canals, typically under restorative treatment benefits. However, the exact details of your coverage depend on your policy, so it’s important to check with your provider.

At Summer Creek Dentistry, we’ll happily help you navigate your insurance benefits and submit any necessary claims for you. This will help you maximize your coverage and let you focus on the procedure instead of the paperwork.

Other Options for Making Root Canal Treatment Affordable

At our Fort Worth office, we understand that cost can be a concern. That’s why we offer CareCredit to help make your root canal treatment more manageable. This financing option allows you to break your payment into smaller, budget-friendly installments, often with low or no interest!

Root canals can be a frightening prospect on their own without adding financial stress on top of it. This compounding of issues can make patients hesitant to get the care they need. This is why we’re glad to talk in-depth about your treatment and help you find a financial solution that fits. So, don’t wait, reach out to us and schedule a consultation. Together we can save your smile without breaking the bank.

Stop Your Toothache and Save Your Tooth

We can restore a healthy, functional tooth using the latest innovations in dentistry. Contact our office today to schedule your consultation for root canal treatment.

Root Canal FAQs

Can I Eat Before a Root Canal?

Whether you can eat before a root canal will depend on your situation. After all, different patients can face different treatment requirements.

For example, say you’ll be sedated for your root canal. You may need to fast for a few hours beforehand if that’s the case. Otherwise, you could react poorly to your sedative and feel sick during care.

A pre-treatment meal is a good idea if you won’t be sedated. In fact, your mouth will feel numb for a few hours after your root canal. Since that’s the case, eating ahead of time will help you manage your hunger.

Are Root Canals Safe?

Whatever rumors or myths you’ve heard, rest assured that root canals are quite safe. They don’t harm your teeth, gums, or any other part of your mouth.

Indeed, a modern root canal is a smooth and easy procedure. It even has a long-term success rate as high as 95 percent! Given such qualities, the treatment has little chance of causing side effects or complications. All it’ll do is ensure your infected tooth stays safe and protected.

Of course, a root canal does carry some minor risks. There’s a small chance it’ll leave some bacteria in the tooth behind, resulting in re-infection. However, the odds of this happening are remote; you’ll almost certainly avoid such an outcome.

How Long Do Root Canals Last?

Really, a root canal can last many years. A tooth that gets one will often work for decades or even a lifetime, so treatment is very worthwhile.

With all that said, the lifespan of your own root canal will depend on several factors. These can range from the severity of your tooth’s damage to filling material and hygiene habits. If you want your treatment to have long-lasting effects, you’ll need to follow its post-op instructions and take good care of your smile.

How Long Does it Take to Recover from a Root Canal?

How long it takes to recover from a root canal can vary; the timing differs for different patients. Still, many patients are well enough to resume work (or school) the day after their treatment.

Despite these points, your dentist can offer a rough estimate of your recovery time. If your job involves physical labor, you’ll likely need 2-3 days off; intense exercise would delay healing. You’ll likely have a sore mouth for a few days as well, so take pain medications as directed. The typical patient can expect a near-full recovery within a week or so.

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