Root Canal Therapy in NE Calgary

When a tooth's pulp becomes infected or damaged, root canal therapy relieves pain, stops the infection from spreading, and saves your natural tooth from being removed. During the procedure, your dentist cleans the inside of the tooth to remove bacteria and seals it to prevent reinfection. A crown may be placed afterward for added strength.

• Sharp or lingering tooth pain, especially with hot or cold
• Swollen or tender gums around a specific tooth
• A small pus filled bump on the gum, which can indicate an abscess
• Darkening of the tooth
• Pain when chewing or applying pressure

• A thorough exam and X-rays to confirm the diagnosis
• Local anesthesia to keep you comfortable
• Removal of infected pulp tissue from inside the tooth
• Cleaning, shaping, filling, and sealing of the root canal
• A recommendation for a protective crown when needed

• Gentle, pain-free root canal treatment
• Same day and weekend appointments available
• Skilled, experienced dentists focused on saving your natural tooth
• Direct insurance billing and 0% financing available
• Open 7 days a week with late evening appointments

Your dentist will examine the tooth and take X-rays to confirm the diagnosis, prescribing antibiotics beforehand if the infection is severe. The area is numbed with local anesthesia, then the infected pulp is removed and the canal is cleaned, shaped, filled, and sealed. A crown is typically placed within 2 to 4 weeks for lasting protection, with a follow up X-ray to confirm healing.

Most root canals are followed by a protective Crowns & Bridges restoration to strengthen the treated tooth. If extraction is the better option for your case instead, that falls under Wisdom Tooth Extraction. For anxious patients, Sedation Dentistry offers several comfort options.

The cost of a root canal depends on which tooth is involved and its complexity, with molars generally costing more than front teeth due to additional canals. We follow the Alberta Dental Fee Guide, direct bill most insurance providers, and offer 0% financing. Contact us for a personalized quote after your exam.