Root Canal Therapy in Des Moines, IA

You have likely heard of a “root canal” before, but you may not really know what it is. Essentially, a root canal is a procedure that helps to save a tooth with an infected root. This is done by drilling into the tooth and removing the infected pulp. While this may sound painful, it is actually a relatively pain-free procedure.

During your root canal therapy, your dentist will provide you with local anesthesia to ensure you don’t feel pain or discomfort. Once the procedure is done, you’ll be free to drive home on your own.

What happens after treatment? You should contact our office for a follow-up restoration within a few weeks of completion at our office. Your restorative dentist will decide on what type of restoration is necessary to protect your tooth. It is rare for endodontic patients to experience complications after routine endodontic treatment. If a problem does occur, however, we are available at all times to respond. To prevent further decay, continue to practice good dental hygiene.

How much will it cost? The cost associated with this procedure can vary depending on factors such as the severity of damage to the affected tooth and which tooth is affected. In general, endodontic treatment is much less expensive than tooth removal and replacement with an artificial tooth.