Endodontist Serving Decatur Georgia
Atlanta Endo Surgical Center specializes in endodontic therapy (root canals). Our office is mere minutes from Decatur, Georgia, just off I-285 and Lavista Road in Tucker. We receive referrals from General Dentists in Decatur (Dekalb County) for patients needing a root canal evaluation or treatment.
In the United States, well over 14 million root canals are performed every year. Endodontic treatment can save your natural teeth and prevent the need for dental implants or bridges. Root canals are the layman’s term for endodontic therapy or endodontic treatment. A root canal removes infected pulp within a tooth that is inflamed or infected by decontamination by decay.
What is Endodontic Root Canal Therapy?
Endodontic Root Canal Therapy or a root canal is a procedure, usually performed by an endodontist, to save a tooth that is painful and damaged by inflammation or infection. Inside every tooth, there is a soft tissue called pulp. The pulp contains blood vessels, nerves and roots that grow as we age. Once a tooth is fully grown, a tooth can survive without the pulp, living by the tissues that surround it.
If a tooth becomes infected or dies due to decay, trauma, deep dental fillings, or other medical reasons, the pulp may be inflamed, infected, or damaged, causing extreme pain. To address inflammation, infection and pain, an endodontist can perform a root canal, or endodontic treatment.
The endodontist will review x-rays taken by their staff and explain the treatment necessary.
On the day of the procedure, the endodontist will numb the area and stop the sensation of pain. During the endodontic root canal procedure, the tooth’s nerve is removed, along with the pulp in each canal of the tooth. Each canal is cleaned with endodontic technologies, filled, and sealed.
After the root canal is complete, the patient will take some time to heal at home before returning to their dentist to complete their treatment plan. Usually, a crown or cap is placed over the treated tooth.
Emergency Dentist – Root Canal Therapy for Tooth Pain
If you are experiencing tooth pain, you may need an emergency dentist or endodontist to evaluate the need for a root canal to stop the pain and save the tooth. An emergency root canal can be a lifesaver when you find yourself dealing with nagging tooth pain. Tooth pain is often the result of a severely damaged tooth with a compromised pulp chamber. Tooth pain may also be caused by an infection that has made its way to the pulp and nerve.
The endodontists serving Decatur Georgia include Dr. Helen Sempira and Dr. Samiya Jabir. The team at Atlanta Endo Surgical Center are committed to providing prompt and professional emergency root canal treatment to eliminate a toothache. We understand the pain and urgency that comes with a toothache, so we often offer same-day appointments to address the issue and prevent further complications. Our priority is the comfort and satisfaction of our patients, and we strive to deliver exceptional dental care in a welcoming environment. Trust us to take care of your emergency root canal.
Root canal signs and symptoms
If you are experiencing a severe toothache, swelling, or signs of infection, you might require emergency root canal treatment by an Endodontist. Other symptoms include tooth sensitivity to hot or cold temperatures, pressure during chewing, and gum tenderness. Neglecting these signs can lead to further complications, including tooth loss. If you are experiencing any of these symptoms, it’s important to seek treatment as soon as possible.
Root canal therapy explained
A root canal procedure is a common endodontic treatment provided to save a natural tooth that has been infected. In our emergency endodontic surgical center, the endodontic root canal procedure involves removing the damaged soft tissue, blood vessels, and infected pulp from the inside of the tooth. The tooth is sealed with a temporary crown to prevent further infection, and patients are sent back to their general dentist for a permanent crown. Endodontic root canal therapy is done under local anesthesia to reduce discomfort and takes about one to two hours and may be completed in one visit or two visits.
Root canal pain
Root canal procedures provide patients with efficient care and should not cause pain. Although during the procedure, patients may experience some discomfort, endodontists take gentle measures to ensure patients are numb and relaxed.
How much is a root canal in Atlanta?
The cost of emergency root canal therapy varies depending on several factors such as the tooth number and the type of treatment needed. Endodontic Root Canal therapy begins with an evaluation that costs around $350 per tooth evaluated. For those without dental insurance, the cost of a root canal in Atlanta ranges in cost from $1700 to $1800 per tooth. Out-of-pocket or copay expenses are much less and depend on the dental coverage provided by your insurance provider. We are happy to provide an estimate of costs over the phone.
If you live in Decatur and need an Endodontist to evaluate and diagnose tooth pain or determine if root canal treatment is necessary, please call us at (770) 939-6760 or request an appointment using our online form.
