Root Canal Therapy in Mesa, AZ

Root canals may have a bad reputation, but at Rauch Family Dentistry in Mesa, AZ, we’re here to change that. Our skilled and compassionate team provides pain-relieving root canal therapy that saves teeth, eliminates infection, and restores your smile with minimal discomfort and maximum care.

What Is a Root Canal?

A root canal is a standard dental procedure used to treat a tooth with an infected or inflamed pulp (the soft tissue inside your tooth). Left untreated, this condition can lead to severe pain, abscesses, and even tooth loss.

Root canal therapy removes the damaged pulp, disinfects the interior of the tooth, and seals it to prevent future infection, allowing you to keep your natural tooth for years to come.

Signs You May Need a Root Canal

If you’re experiencing any of the following symptoms, don’t wait to call our dentist in Mesa, AZ:

• Persistent or severe toothache
• Prolonged sensitivity to hot or cold temperatures
• Pain when chewing or applying pressure
• Dark discoloration of the tooth
• Swelling or tenderness in the gums
• A pimple-like bump on the gums (sign of an abscess)

These symptoms may indicate that the tooth’s nerve is infected or exposed, and root canal treatment can stop the pain and save the tooth.

What to Expect During Root Canal Therapy

At Rauch Family Dentistry, your comfort comes first. Most patients report that their root canal feels no more uncomfortable than getting a filling.

Here’s what the process involves:

1. Diagnosis & Digital X-Rays: We examine the tooth and surrounding tissue to confirm if a root canal is the best option.
2. Local Anesthesia for Comfort: We completely numb the area, allowing you to remain relaxed and pain-free during the procedure.
3. Removal of Infected Pulp
   We carefully clean and disinfect the tooth’s root canals.
4. Filling and Sealing the Tooth: The inside of the tooth is filled and sealed with a biocompatible material to prevent reinfection.
5. Crown Placement (If Needed): To restore full strength and function, we recommend placing a custom dental crown over the treated tooth.

Our team at Rauch Family Dentistry in Mesa, AZ, may be able to save your problem tooth with a simple root canal procedure.

Since comfort is one of our top priorities, most root canals we perform feel similar in sensation to having a tooth filled. Call us to schedule an appointment, and we’ll handle the rest.