Endodontic Treatment

Endodontic treatment, commonly known as root canal therapy, is a vital procedure designed to save infected or damaged teeth. At Princeton Dental Group, our skilled professionals use advanced techniques to effectively relieve pain and preserve your natural tooth structure. By removing the infected pulp and sealing the tooth, we not only alleviate discomfort but also enhance your overall oral health.
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Saving Teeth, Relieving Pain

When decay, injury, or repeated dental work reaches the inner layer of your tooth  called the pulp, it can cause infection, inflammation, and pain. The pulp contains the nerves, blood vessels, and connective tissue that help keep your tooth healthy. If it becomes damaged, root canal therapy can often save your tooth and prevent the need for extraction.

When You Might Need a Root Canal

Common causes of pulp damage include:

  • Deep cavities or tooth decay

  • Cracks or chips in the tooth

  • Trauma or injury to the tooth

  • Repeated dental procedures on the same tooth

Symptoms can include:

  • Persistent tooth pain

  • Swelling or tenderness in the gums

  • Sensitivity to hot or cold

  • Visible injury or discoloration of the tooth

If you’re experiencing these issues, don’t worry root canal treatment is a routine, highly successful procedure that can relieve pain and restore your tooth’s health.

What to Expect During Root Canal Therapy

Root canal treatment involves:

  • Numbing your tooth and surrounding area with local anesthesia

  • Removing the damaged or infected pulp

  • Cleaning and disinfecting the inside of the tooth

  • Sealing the tooth to prevent further infection

Most root canals can be completed in one or two visits, depending on the complexity of your case.

Endodontic Retreatment

In some cases, a tooth that has already had a root canal may need additional care. This can happen if:

  • Complex root canals were not fully treated the first time

  • Narrow or curved canals were missed during the initial procedure

  • A crown or restoration was not placed soon enough after the root canal

  • New decay or damage exposes the tooth to infection again

Retreatment involves reopening the tooth, removing the old filling material, thoroughly cleaning the canals, and sealing the tooth again.

Why See an Endodontist?

An endodontist is a dentist who has received advanced training in diagnosing and treating problems involving the inside of the tooth. After completing dental school, endodontists undergo two or more years of specialized postgraduate training in procedures such as:

  • Routine and complex root canals

  • Endodontic retreatments

  • Endodontic surgery

  • Treatment for traumatic dental injuries and cracked teeth

  • Internal bleaching and pulp therapies

At Princeton Dental Group, our specialists use advanced technology such as digital imaging, operating microscopes, ultrasonic instruments, and fiber optics. This allows for more precise treatment, improved comfort, and faster healing.

Keeping Your Natural Teeth for Life

Choosing endodontic treatment means you’re choosing to save your natural teeth a healthy foundation for your smile for years to come.

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What Our Happy Patients Are Saying

Abirra N

These dentists are very compassionate, knowledgeable, and take the time to listen to your dental needs. I am so grateful that they gave me back my confidence and bright smile. The staff is super friendly, attentive, and informative.

Elizabeth B

I’ve been a patient of Dr. Brummel for several years, and I think he’s terrific – kind, careful, and always willing to explain whatever is going on. I had a root canal yesterday, and it didn’t hurt at all. He, and his assistant Sue, are the best dental team I’ve ever had.

Dante M

The dentists are all skilled professionals and show a genuine caring for their patients. They took the time to identify treatments that needed to be done, why they needed to be done, and got them completed with little to no discomfort or inconvenience. The dental assistants, hygienists, and ad min team all add to the caring and professional environment I now appreciate at PDG. I am happy I made the move.