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Root Canals

Root canals can be an anxiety-inducing procedure. Trust our experience team of dentists at Relax Dental in Burlington, NC to provide comfortable, professional care. Call or book an appointment online today to learn more.

Relax Dental

Your Trusted Team for Root Canals

In a root canal procedure, our experienced dental team carefully removes the infected or inflamed pulp from within the tooth, thoroughly cleans and disinfects the area, and fills and seals it to prevent future infections. This treatment not only relieves pain but also preserves your natural tooth, ensuring the integrity and function of your smile.

Testimonials

Patient Reviews

Jose R.

My confidence has went up definitely because of my situation. You are excellent, have a great customer service, very honest, knowledgeable, etc. You ROCK to say the very least.

lily g.

i LOVE this place! i had a bad experience at another dental office and i switch to relax and LET ME TELL YOU. i feel so good every time i walk in and out of there. and all the workers there are so nice and respectful!!

Travis C.

During the process of my visit today, during my fillings, my fear of needles was respected and the process was explained as we went along. Which was kinda fun to be honest and all in all it was enjoyable. Everyone keep up the great work and thank you all 🙂

Bobbi C.

I had a very pleasant visit today. This was my first appointment with a new dental practice in nearly 30 years. I was anxious but immediately put at ease by Dr. Matt, Cameron, Kelsey, and all other office staff I had the pleasure of meeting. Luna was an unexpected plus!

Dena J.

Relax Dental has a very friendly atmosphere. Each person takes the time with you and answer any and all questions. The work is thorough and they take pride in the quality of their work. I recommend Relax Dental to anyone!

Frequently asked questions

Root Canals Q&A

What is a root canal?

A root canal is a dental procedure intended to eliminate oral discomfort and restore an infected tooth. A skilled dentist at Clemmons Village eliminates bacteria and dead or dying tissue from inside your tooth when it becomes severely infected. Doing so eliminates pain and preserves the tooth.

What causes a tooth infection?

Roots and tissue inside your teeth can become infected by bacteria as a result of injury or a cavity that’s left untreated. If you don’t get to a dentist in time, the infected tissue can reach the pulp, or root, of your tooth. A severely infected tooth can lead to tooth loss.

How can I recognize an infected tooth?

If you have an infected tooth, you might experience a significant amount of discomfort. Infected tooth symptoms can include:

Inflamed gums
Tooth soreness while chewing
Intense tooth sensitivity to hot and cold temperatures
Bad breath
Pus near the infected tooth
Painful aching in your jaw and mouth
A darker colored tooth
A small pimplelike bump on your gums

Call Clemmons Village right away if you experience any of these symptoms.

How does a root canal work?

Typically, a highly skilled dentist at Clemmons Village takes care of an infected tooth in one or two visits. You could first require X-rays so your dentist can judge the magnitude of damage an infected tooth has caused.

Your dentist numbs the affected region with a local anesthetic to make sure you don’t feel pain during the procedure. Occasionally, your dentist puts a dental dam – a little piece of rubber – on your tooth to preserve its cleanliness and protect it from bacteria during the procedure.

Once your tooth is anesthetized, your dentist:

Drills a tiny hole in your tooth to reach the diseased area within the root
Clears away the unhealthy, infected pulp
Irrigates the area with water to clean it
Seals the tooth or applies a temporary filling to it

Call Clemmons Village today or book a consultation online if you have signs or symptoms of a tooth infection, to find out if you’re a good candidate for a root canal.