Root Canal Joliet, IL

A state-of-the-art dental practice, MINT dentistry provides advanced care for many conditions. Our team is here to help you achieve sexy teeth you feel confident flaunting, which starts with healthy teeth and gums. The team of board-certified doctors at our office in Joliet, IL performs root canal therapy to treat severely decayed teeth when the decay has spread from the enamel to the interior pulp. Sometimes known as endodontic treatment, root canal therapy removes the infection from the pulp, which helps stop the infection from spreading to other teeth. We are aware of the fear that many people feel when faced with a root canal. However, we want you to rest assured that we understand, which is why we prioritize your comfort by using cutting-edge technology and techniques to perform your treatment with accuracy. MINT dentistry also offers different levels of sedation to address fears so you remain relaxed during your procedure. We invite you to schedule an exam and consultation at MINT dentistry in Joliet, IL to get more information about root canal therapy and other advanced treatments.

An infection in a tooth's pulp can be caused by a cavity, crack, or physical trauma. Some of the most common signs that you may have infected pulp are tooth or jaw pain, a blister-like lesion on the gums (close to the tooth), and discoloration. If the pulp is not removed, you may have increased pain and symptoms, especially if the infection spreads to other teeth and into the underlying bone. In certain cases, the infection can make its way into the bloodstream and impact your systemic wellness, making it essential to get prompt professional care. At your treatment consultation, our Joliet, IL MINT dental practitioners will assess your symptoms and inform you of whether root canal treatment is recommended for addressing the dental infection and saving your tooth.

Your root canal therapy will begin with you settling into a luxurious treatment chair, where you will be given Beats headphones and MINT dentistry sunglasses. We want you to feel relaxed, so the MINT dentistry team will help you choose the most effective sedation dentistry method for your root canal therapy. Patients usually request nitrous oxide (laughing gas) or oral-conscious sedation to help them remain comfortable during the procedure. During an endodontic procedure, one of our board-certified dentists will carefully remove the pulp using advanced tools and techniques. From there, the inside of the empty chamber will be sterilized to remove any lingering debris. Once your tooth is cleaned, we will fill it with a special material to seal and protect it. In most cases, a custom-made crown will be placed over the treated tooth to strengthen it.

If sedation was used, we recommend that you ask a friend or family member to take you after your procedure. Your mouth and lower face might be swollen or sensitive for a while, which is why your doctor may prescribe a pain reliever. You need to schedule another appointment around six months after your procedure. Our team will make sure the infection is gone and that your mouth has healed. After that, we recommend you continue to schedule twice-yearly cleanings at MINT dentistry in Joliet, IL to maintain your dental health.

During your consultation, a member of our team will discuss the cost of different treatment options so we can make your treatment fit your needs as well as your budget. If you are using dental insurance, we will reach out to your provider to determine the specific coverage of your policy. If you don't have insurance, MINT dentistry accepts several methods of payment. We can also talk with you about special patient financing, which might make it easier to afford regular dental care and treatments, like root canal therapy.

Thanks to advances in medical techniques and technology, a root canal can be a fast, easy procedure to stop an infection inside a tooth. Performed with the sedation method that's best for you, root canal therapy by our team of board-certified professionals at MINT dentistry can be comfortable to save you from tooth pain and more advanced treatments. Reach out to MINT dentistry in Joliet, IL to schedule an appointment with our experienced team to get more information on root canal therapy and other ways to improve your dental health.