Sheppard Village Dental - Scarborough

Root Canal in Scarborough

Root canals can be careful, quick, and relatively pain-free bringing you immediate relief and saving your natural tooth.
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Saving your natural tooth

In a root canal procedure, the pulp of the tooth (the living tissue inside) is removed and the resulting space is filled with special, medicated dental materials that restore the tooth to full function. Using root canal therapy not only preserves your natural tooth, extending its lifetime, it also protects and preserves the jaw bone and other supporting tissues around the tooth. Wherever possible, saving your natural tooth will also save you from more pain and expense down the road.

    There are a number of signs that suggest root canal therapy may be necessary:
  • Sensitivity to hot and cold.
  • Severe toothache pain.
  • Red or swollen gums near the tooth.
  • Discolouration of the tooth.
  • An abscess (or pimple) on the gums.

The root canal treatment plan

A root canal treatment usually requires one or two office visits and is performed by either a dentist or an endodontist. Here is how we perform your root canal:

Diagnosis and Treatment Plan

The first step requires an x-ray of the tooth and the surrounding bone to find out what’s causing your symptoms. Your specialist may prescribe antibiotics to help control infection and inflammation. The pressure from infected swelling is what makes an abscess so painful and is often the cause of pain during a root canal. Reducing this inflammation in advance removes this factor during the procedure.

Prepping the Tooth

When we’re ready to perform the root canal, we will patiently numb the area before freezing your gums, teeth and tissues. Your comfort and peace-of-mind are important to us. Once you’re comfortable, an access hole is drilled into the tooth. The pulp, bacteria, decayed nerve tissue, and related debris are removed.

Sealing the Tooth

Depending on the severity of the abscess, we may put some medicine inside the tooth to completely clear up any infection. If the procedure requires multiple visits, a temporary filling will be applied. At this point, you will already feel some relief. Only when your tooth is thoroughly cleaned and healthy can it be permanently sealed.

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to schedule an initial consultation & exam.

Your consultation will include an examination of everything from your teeth, gums and soft tissues to the shape and condition of your bite. Generally, we want to see how your whole mouth looks and functions. Before we plan your treatment we want to know everything about the health and aesthetic of your smile, and, most importantly, what you want to achieve so we can help you get there.

Frequently Asked Questions

Damage can occur due to deep decay, trauma, dead nerve, a loose filling or crown or a crack or chip in the tooth.
Thanks to modern techniques and technology and a compassionate dental philosophy our highly trained team of dentists and hygienists can provide root canal treatments with minimal to no pain at all.
By the time you realize you need a root canal, your tooth pulp and nerve have already begun to decay. This infected tissue will never fully heal and would only become infected again. Removing the pulp is the only safe option.
A root canal treatment usually requires one or two office visits. Simple or minor root canal cases usually take about 30 to 60 minutes of treatment, while a more complex case take longer-- around 90 minutes.
That depends on what sort of insurance coverage you have. After a consultation, we can provide you with an estimate to send to your provider. We strongly encourage you to make a root canal a high priority. Please speak to us if you feel any hesitation.
You typically need a dental crown after a root canal on your back grinding teeth, molars and premolars. Front teeth, canines, and incisors may not require a dental crown.

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    Cal
    3 weeks ago
    The best. I have been a patient here for a couple years, and I always have been treated well. The procedures are quick, painless, and fairly priced. Any practice will take advantage of benefits, this is nothing new, regardless of where you go, so ignore other reviews calling this place a scam. When I did have to pay out of pocket, the price was fair and what I expected. I have done cleanings, fillings, and X-rays at this clinic, all leaving me happy with the service provided. Garth and Ben are fantastic, you can tell they really know what they are doing. Thanks again, see you next time!
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    Most people don't like going to the dentist but the staff at Sheppard Village Dental create such a positive experience for their clients, you can't help but have a pleasant time! From reception to the hygienist to the dentist, every single person I had the pleasure of interacting with have been nothing but helpful and kind (and funny). I haven't been to the dentist in years and I knew I needed some work done but I had budget constraints. Their team was very understanding, creating an outline for me on what to prioritize and even offered payment plans for the services I had to pay out of pocket. Mel was my hygienist and she was amazing, very transparent and informative. She was in high spirits at 7am on a Saturday when the weather was -25 degrees! She made light hearted conversation and finished my cleaning painlessly and faster than I expected. Dr. Madhosh was my dentist and he was amazing too! He was very delicate and thorough, always making sure I was never in pain or discomfort. Any feelings of intimidation I had went right out the window as he cracked a couple jokes, I felt very comfortable and not judged for avoiding the dentist in previous years. Thank you Sheppard Village Dental for making my trips to the dentist the most enjoyable experience, I look forward to continuing my dental journey with you!
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    1 year ago
    My experience with Sheppard Village Dental was by far the best ever experience that I have encountered being at a dental office. They are so experienced and down to earth. They made me feel so comfortable from when I arrived. Jennifer informed me of all that was going to be done. I got my x-rays done followed by a cleaning by Rochelle. To the point during the cleaning, I was falling asleep at times. That is how relaxed I was. I was also introduced to staff members along with the Doctor who was so down to earth. Had me laughing up a storm. I got referred to this place through my colleagues and I would say it was the best decision I made with choosing a Dental office. Great place to be for your dental needs. Great job well done guys!
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    3 weeks ago
    The best. I have been a patient here for a couple years, and I always have been treated well. The procedures are quick, painless, and fairly priced. Any practice will take advantage of benefits, this is nothing new, regardless of where you go, so ignore other reviews calling this place a scam. When I did have to pay out of pocket, the price was fair and what I expected. I have done cleanings, fillings, and X-rays at this clinic, all leaving me happy with the service provided. Garth and Ben are fantastic, you can tell they really know what they are doing. Thanks again, see you next time!
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    Most people don't like going to the dentist but the staff at Sheppard Village Dental create such a positive experience for their clients, you can't help but have a pleasant time! From reception to the hygienist to the dentist, every single person I had the pleasure of interacting with have been nothing but helpful and kind (and funny). I haven't been to the dentist in years and I knew I needed some work done but I had budget constraints. Their team was very understanding, creating an outline for me on what to prioritize and even offered payment plans for the services I had to pay out of pocket. Mel was my hygienist and she was amazing, very transparent and informative. She was in high spirits at 7am on a Saturday when the weather was -25 degrees! She made light hearted conversation and finished my cleaning painlessly and faster than I expected. Dr. Madhosh was my dentist and he was amazing too! He was very delicate and thorough, always making sure I was never in pain or discomfort. Any feelings of intimidation I had went right out the window as he cracked a couple jokes, I felt very comfortable and not judged for avoiding the dentist in previous years. Thank you Sheppard Village Dental for making my trips to the dentist the most enjoyable experience, I look forward to continuing my dental journey with you!
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    jamievsjade
    1 year ago
    My experience with Sheppard Village Dental was by far the best ever experience that I have encountered being at a dental office. They are so experienced and down to earth. They made me feel so comfortable from when I arrived. Jennifer informed me of all that was going to be done. I got my x-rays done followed by a cleaning by Rochelle. To the point during the cleaning, I was falling asleep at times. That is how relaxed I was. I was also introduced to staff members along with the Doctor who was so down to earth. Had me laughing up a storm. I got referred to this place through my colleagues and I would say it was the best decision I made with choosing a Dental office. Great place to be for your dental needs. Great job well done guys!
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    Cal
    3 weeks ago
    The best. I have been a patient here for a couple years, and I always have been treated well. The procedures are quick, painless, and fairly priced. Any practice will take advantage of benefits, this is nothing new, regardless of where you go, so ignore other reviews calling this place a scam. When I did have to pay out of pocket, the price was fair and what I expected. I have done cleanings, fillings, and X-rays at this clinic, all leaving me happy with the service provided. Garth and Ben are fantastic, you can tell they really know what they are doing. Thanks again, see you next time!
    More
    Most people don't like going to the dentist but the staff at Sheppard Village Dental create such a positive experience for their clients, you can't help but have a pleasant time! From reception to the hygienist to the dentist, every single person I had the pleasure of interacting with have been nothing but helpful and kind (and funny). I haven't been to the dentist in years and I knew I needed some work done but I had budget constraints. Their team was very understanding, creating an outline for me on what to prioritize and even offered payment plans for the services I had to pay out of pocket. Mel was my hygienist and she was amazing, very transparent and informative. She was in high spirits at 7am on a Saturday when the weather was -25 degrees! She made light hearted conversation and finished my cleaning painlessly and faster than I expected. Dr. Madhosh was my dentist and he was amazing too! He was very delicate and thorough, always making sure I was never in pain or discomfort. Any feelings of intimidation I had went right out the window as he cracked a couple jokes, I felt very comfortable and not judged for avoiding the dentist in previous years. Thank you Sheppard Village Dental for making my trips to the dentist the most enjoyable experience, I look forward to continuing my dental journey with you!
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    jamievsjade
    1 year ago
    My experience with Sheppard Village Dental was by far the best ever experience that I have encountered being at a dental office. They are so experienced and down to earth. They made me feel so comfortable from when I arrived. Jennifer informed me of all that was going to be done. I got my x-rays done followed by a cleaning by Rochelle. To the point during the cleaning, I was falling asleep at times. That is how relaxed I was. I was also introduced to staff members along with the Doctor who was so down to earth. Had me laughing up a storm. I got referred to this place through my colleagues and I would say it was the best decision I made with choosing a Dental office. Great place to be for your dental needs. Great job well done guys!
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