Root Canal Treatment
What is a root canal?
A root canal is one of the most common dental procedures performed, well over 14 million every year. This simple treatment can save your natural teeth and prevent the need for dental implants or bridges.
At the center of your tooth is the pulp. Pulp is a collection of blood vessels that helps to build the surrounding tooth. Infection of the pulp can be caused by trauma to the tooth, deep decay, cracks and chips, or repeated dental procedures. Symptoms of the infection can be identified as visible injury or swelling of the tooth, sensitivity to temperature, or pain in the tooth and gums.
Don’t Suffer From Tooth Pain Any Longer!
Pain in your tooth or gums may be a symptom of infected pulp. Piedmont Endodontics can perform a Root Canals to treat the infected pulp, relieve pain, and save your natural teeth!
If you experience any of these symptoms, your dentist will most likely recommend non-surgical treatment to eliminate the diseased pulp. This injured pulp is removed and the root canal system is thoroughly cleaned and sealed. Root canal therapy usually involves local anesthesia and may be completed in one or more visits depending on the treatment required. Success for this type of treatment occurs in about 90% of cases. If your tooth is not amenable to endodontic treatment or the chance of success is unfavorable, you will be informed at the time of consultation or when a complication becomes evident during or after treatment.
Drs. Baird, Stanley, Malueg, Horwitz, Morrow, Mohorn and Schweizer use local anesthesia to eliminate discomfort. In addition, we will provide nitrous oxide analgesia, if indicated. You will be able to drive home after your treatment, and you probably will be comfortable returning to your normal routine.
Healthy Tooth
Tooth Anatomy
Inflammation
Cleaned Canals
Filling Placed
Healed Tooth
Endodontic Presentation
To provide you with a better understanding of endodontic procedures, we have provided the following multimedia presentation. Many common questions pertaining to root canal therapy are discussed.
What happens after treatment?
When your root canal therapy has been completed, a record of your treatment will be sent to your restorative dentist. You should contact their 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 or microsurgery. 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 a root canal cost?
The cost associated with root canals 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.
Contact Us Today To Learn More About Root Canal Therapy
For more information about Root Canal Therapy, please don’t hesitate to send us a message or call one of our convenient locations:
- Greensboro: Greensboro Office Phone Number 336-288-0010
- High Point: High Point Office Phone Number 336-889-5656
- Winston-Salem: Winston-Salem Office Phone Number 336-365-2246
- Asheboro: Asheboro Office Phone Number 336-629-1444
- Kernersville: Kernersville Office Phone Number 336-423-5075
Piedmont Endodontics
Patient Review by Cynthia S
The staff, along with the doctor, was so nice and explained everything that they were doing and why. I appreciate when someone is so concerned about my health. I would recommend Dr. Morgan and his staff to anybody needing treatment. Thank you!
- Cynthia S
Patient Review by Cheryll H
Dr Maleug was absolutely awesome! She was the most professional & caring of any specialist I have ever been to! She made me feel relaxed & I felt absolutely no pain! She was thorough in telling me everything as she worked & was totally focused on me until she completed my root canal. I have already recommended her & would not hesitate to come back to her if I need future treatments!!
- Cheryll H
Patient Review by Janet W
As a repeat patient of Dr. Stanley's, I am always amazed at how calm he makes one feel. He is compassionate about his work and I trust his opinions 100%. During my root canal, he and Meghan were top notch. Leave all anxiety at the door with these two as they will always take very good care of you! It's also comforting to receive a phone call the next day to see how you are doing. Customer service is wonderful and appreciated.
- Janet W
Patient Review by Blake C
I would recommend the doctor and the practice to anyone!!!! The service and experience was the best I've ever seen. I only wish ever doctor I went to was as awesome.
- Blake C
Patient Review by Jerry H
Dr. Stanley was very forthcoming with information and wanted to ease any anxiety that I had as his patient which calmed me even more. He was easy to listen to and prepared me for the series of events for my procedure. I just wanted to take a minute to say Thank You Sir to you and your staff for my Dental Care today.
- Jerry H
Patient Review by Kenneth R. H
The business is ran like a well oiled machine. Everybody is friendly, especially the dental nurse assistant Becca. She was so professional, she knew what http://www.piedmontendo.com/patient-review-form/ the Dr. needed before he ask. Never felt so relaxed and in good hands in my life. These Dr.s and assistants are the best.
- Kenneth R. H
Patient Review by Ashley M
I was in horrible pain and they made me comfortable very quick. Waiting time was very short. Didn’t feel a thing . They took very good care of me and made sure I was comfortable the entire time! I HIGHLY recommend this office.
- Ashley M
Patient Review by Julia M
Not bad for a root canal 🙂 Staff was very gentle, patient, and helpful.
- Julia M
Patient Review by Angela P
Thank you Dr. Horwitz, you are very talented and will refer you to anyone that is in need of a root canal procedure.
- Angela P
Patient Review by Rick M
Everyone took the time to explain the procedure, answered all questions fully, and have a great sense of humor.
- Rick M
Patient Review by Tom M
Explanation of procedures, cost involved, and what to do next
- Tom M
Patient Review by Sherry K
The first contact with Carol was encouraging. She showed genuine concern and was very helpful in rescheduling my appointment. (I had an appointment scheduled for the following week. They had a cancellation and she called to get me in early.) Dr. Harold Mohorn was very considerate and gentle. Kristin was personable and made me feel comfortable. She also kept me calm and worked with me while taking x-rays (gag reflex). Entire staff was friendly and efficient.
- Sherry K
Patient Review by penny r
everyone was great from first phone call for appt to procedure and check out i was so nervous, but they all made me comfortable Dr.H Mohorn was wonderful
- penny r
Patient Review by Catherine S
I liked how it was possible to view what root canal looked like via the video on the website. The dental technician and dentist explained the procedure and let me know how it was going during the procedure. It went very smoothly and I was happy to thank everyone as I left the practice. I would highly recommend this practice.
- Catherine S
Patient Review by Jonny B
The staff did everything they could to make me feel comfortable and informed. Dr Mohorn kept me apprised of everything as we moved through the process. I was pleased how well and quickly my recovery proceeded. I would highly recommend the practice.
- Jonny B
Patient Review by Darrin C
Dr. Morgan is an outstanding endodontist! His calm, assuring demeanor allowed me to simply chill and let him fix my tooth. Should I need another root canal, I will gladly return to his chair.
- Darrin C
Patient Review by somaly k
what i like was i didnt feel any pain. the only pain i felt was coming in with the tooth ache. the people are really nice and funny.
- somaly k
Patient Review by Sandrine M
The treatment received was "first class". Both Dr. Steven Mohorn and Assistant Alyssa did their best to make me feel comfortable. The procedure went well and I left the office feeling relieved and pain-free. Post-treatment, I only experienced jaw soreness, easily treated with Ibuprofen. Overall, great experience!
- Sandrine M
Patient Review by Shawn S
I loved the professionalism and friendly atmosphere that the office had.
- Shawn S
Patient Review by Melissa C
Dr H Mahorn was so caring and funny, putting me at ease for my root canal. He worked quickly and made sure no pain. I would recommend him to anyone needing this procedure
- Melissa C