Have you ever heard the phrase ‘I’d rather have a root canal’ to describe something painful or unpleasant? At Future of Dentistry, we perform root canal therapy routinely.
A Straightforward Procedure
Root canals are not all that complicated. The most important thing to remember is that the procedure is done to save an infected or damaged tooth. We do that by cleaning out the infection inside, filling the space that leaves, and sealing it.
Teeth that have had a root canal can last a lifetime. Most patients say their root canals were virtually painless and not much different than having a cavity filled.
One reason for that is modern anesthesia, which is better than ever. We begin with a local anesthetic, and that’s enough for a lot of patients. We also have stronger options.
Root canals are usually completed in just one appointment. It takes about two hours to complete the procedure. You may need to schedule a follow-up for a crown or filling, but in simple cases, everything can be done in just one session.
At Future of Dentistry, root canals do not live up to their bad reputation. Patients from throughout Greater Boston and Merrimack Valley call us for general and restorative dentistry. Request an appointment today!
Contact Future of Dentistry:
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Future of Dentistry – Billerica
668 Boston Rd
Billerica, MA 01821
978-663-4303Future of Dentistry – Dracut
149 Pleasant St
Dracut, MA 01826
978-957-1811Future of Dentistry at Willows – North Andover/Willows Dental Group
795 Turnpike St
North Andover, MA 01845
978-685-8313Future of Dentistry – Wakefield
968 Main St
Wakefield, MA 01880
781-245-2299Future of Dentistry – Chelmsford
3 Courthouse Ln
Chelmsford, MA 01824
978-970-2089