Frequently asked
questions

Root Canal Therapy is a procedure that cleans out the infected or damaged pulp inside a tooth, disinfects the canals, and seals them to keep the infection from coming back. It's designed to save your natural tooth so you can keep your smile healthy.

Not at all with today's techniques. At Tri City Endodontics, we use gentle methods, modern technology, and effective numbing to make Root Canal Therapy as comfortable as possible. Many patients are surprised by how easy the process feels.

Sometimes, a tooth that's already had a root canal may become infected again or develop new issues. When that happens, Root Canal Retreatment is the best way to address the problem and give your tooth another chance.

The process is similar, but in Root Canal Retreatment, we carefully reopen the tooth, remove any old filling material, clean out the canals again, and reseal everything using updated tools and techniques for the best long-term result.

If a root canal or retreatment still leaves a small infection at the very tip of the root, an Apicoectomy can directly remove the problem area. This approach targets exactly where the issue is and helps protect the rest of your tooth.

That depends on how deep the crack goes. For minor cracks, we may be able to repair the tooth with bonding or a crown. If the crack reaches the pulp, Root Canal Therapy might be needed to protect the tooth from infection.

Right away. Acting fast, ideally within an hour, can make all the difference, especially for knocked-out teeth. We offer urgent appointments so you can get help without delay.