Root Canals Peoria IL

Root Canals Are Nothing To Be Afraid Of!

Root canals always get a bad rap, but we think their reputation is undeserved. If you are experiencing dental pain and need a root canal, we can assure you that thanks to appropriate pain medication, you need not worry. In addition, once your dental work is complete, you should experience enormous relief. If you’re searching for a dentist to treat your dental problems, including root canals in Peoria IL, call Associates in Dentistry at 309-690-4500. With nine dentists in five locations and more than 40 professional and support staff, we are able to address all your routine dental needs.

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What Benefits Can A Root Canal Provide?

Obviously, the relief of severe pain is a big reason for undergoing a root canal. A successful root canal also saves your natural tooth, which is always preferable to a replacement. After your root canal procedure is complete, you can expect your tooth to function normally.

What Are Some Symptoms That Mean You May Need A Root Canal?

If you’re worried about any dental symptom, the best thing to do is to call us and make an appointment. Here are some signs that you may need a root canal:

  • Severe severe tooth pain: It may be persistent or feel worse with pressure.
  • Sensitivity: Does one tooth feel marked sensitivity to hot or cold?
  • Swelling and tenderness: Do you feel swelling in the gums around the affected tooth?
  • Darkening of the tooth: A tooth may become discolored due to trauma or infection.
  • A bump on the gums: This can indicate an abscess.

What Happens During A Root Canal Procedure?

We will verify your need for a root canal by taking X-rays. We will want to be able to clearly see the extent of the infection and as well as the shape of each of the canals. Every tooth is different. Your front teeth usually have only one canal, but your molars may have as many as four. We will be on the lookout for small and hard-to-find accessory canals, which sometimes branch off the main root canal.

  • Anesthesia: We’ll use local anesthesia to numb the area around the affected tooth so you should feel comfortable during the procedure.
  • Access opening: It’s necessary for us to make a small opening in the crown of the tooth to access the pulp chamber. 
  • Cleaning and shaping: We’ll remove the infected pulp and clean and shape the inside of the tooth using specialized tiny instruments.
  • Filling: The cleaned canals require careful filling with an appropriate material, typically gutta-percha.
  • Sealing: We will seal the opening we made with a filling.
  • Placement of a crown: In most cases, we place a crown on the tooth to restore its shape, function and appearance.

We Offer A Full Range Of Dental Services

No matter what dental services you and your family might need over the years, we are here for you. We perform just about every type of dental care, including:

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Do You Have Dental Insurance Questions? We Have Answers!

We work with more than 150 different insurance plans that it’s likely we can  accept your insurance. If you don’t have dental insurance, don’t worry. We charge all patients the same fees for the same procedures, and if you require extensive dental work, we will provide a good-faith estimate of the cost. You will be responsible for all fees, and any balance unpaid after 30 days will incur an 18 percent per year service charge. We do not accept the Illinois Public Aid card or Medicaid.

To make it as easy as possible for you to pay your bill, we offer a convenient online payment portal.

Do You Need Evaluation For A Root Canal?

For root canals in Peoria IL, give Associates In Dentistry a call today at (309) 690-4500.