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Root Canal Treatment:
A Painless Solution to Save Your Tooth
Contrary to popular belief, root canal treatments are not painful! Thanks to modern dental technology and procedures, most patients undergoing a root canal treatment with us find the entire experience no more painful than having a filling placed! And the benefits of getting a root canal when one is needed far outweigh the slight discomfort. Root canal, or endodontic, therapy can save your natural tooth, which is always the ideal case. Endodontic therapy also has a very high success rate, and with good care, many treated teeth can last a lifetime.
When is Root Canal Therapy Needed?
Root canal treatment is needed when the pulp, the soft tissue inside the tooth, becomes infected or damaged. When the pulp is damaged, it begins to break down and bacteria multiply within the pulp chamber, eventually causing an infection or abscessed tooth. There are many possible causes of the damaged tooth pulp, including: an untreated crack or chip in the tooth, deep decay, repeated dental procedures, large fillings, or trauma to the mouth or face.
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ROOT CANAL THERAPY
Signs & Symptoms
Although our dentists will determine whether or not endodontic treatment is necessary to save your tooth via examination and x-rays, there are some common signs and symptoms to indicate when root canal therapy could be needed:
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Tooth pain upon chewing or application of pressure
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Prolonged sensitivity to hot or cold
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Discoloration of tooth
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Swelling and tenderness in nearby gums, lymph nodes
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Persistent or recurring pimples on the gums
However, it is important to know that sometimes there are no symptoms, yet a tooth can still be infected or damaged. An infected tooth must be treated as soon as possible since infection in a single tooth can spread to other teeth, the surrounding gums and even into the bone, face, neck or head, causing further serious health complications.
K Family Dentistry of Pflugerville provides gentle, high-precision root canal therapy at 428 Grand Ave Pkwy #150 to eliminate severe tooth pain and preserve natural teeth. Spearheaded by Dr. Janice Kim and Peter Kim, our targeted endodontic treatments remove deep bacterial infections caused by severe cavities, cracks, or oral trauma. Utilizing modern digital diagnostics and local anesthetics, we ensure your root canal treatment is virtually painless and as comfortable as a standard filling.
During the root canal procedure, Dr. Janice Kim and Peter Kim carefully remove infected pulp tissue from inside the root canals, disinfect the inner chambers, and seal the space with durable biocompatible materials. To fully restore your tooth’s structural integrity and chewing function, a custom-fitted dental crown is placed over the treated tooth, protecting it from future fractures. For patients experiencing severe toothache pain, facial swelling, or sensitivity, we reserve daily slots for same-day emergency dental care.
Serving families throughout Travis and Williamson counties, K Family Dentistry delivers endodontic solutions to residents in Pflugerville, Round Rock, Wells Branch, Hutto, Manor, Windermere, Brush Creek, and Jollyville. We work to make root canal procedures financially accessible by accepting most major PPO dental insurances, providing flexible financing, and offering an in-house Dental Membership Plan alongside emergency specials. Call 512-649-2828 to relieve pain and reserve your endodontic evaluation today.
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Q: Is root canal therapy painful at K Family Dentistry in Pflugerville?
No, root canal therapy is performed under localized anesthesia to ensure complete comfort. Most patients report that receiving a root canal at K Family Dentistry feels similar to getting a routine cavity filling and provides immediate relief from toothache pain.
Q: What are the signs that I might need a root canal?
Common signs of a tooth root infection include severe lingering tooth pain, extreme sensitivity to hot or cold, gum swelling or tenderness, tooth discoloration, or a pimple-like bump on the gums. Dr. Janice Kim and Peter Kim can evaluate your symptoms at their 428 Grand Ave Pkwy #150 office.
Q: Does PPO dental insurance cover root canal procedures?
Yes, most major PPO dental insurance plans cover root canal therapy as an essential restorative endodontic procedure. For uninsured patients in Pflugerville, Round Rock, and Hutto, K Family Dentistry offers an in-house Dental Membership Plan and financing options.