Root Canal Therapy in St. George, UT

Your Root Canal Can Be Painless

When the residents of St. George Utah and the surrounding areas need a root canal, they call on us because we make sure all of our patients get personalized care. We know that root canal treatment can be intimidating, but you will feel completely at ease in our office and with our staff. We are Plumb Dental and we are dedicated to making every dental procedure, including root canals, convenient and pain-free for our patients. We utilize the latest and most technically advanced equipment and instruments so that we can complete your procedure quickly, professionally, and without pain. But what exactly is a root canal? At the center of your teeth is a kind of pulp. The pulp is essentially a combination of nerves and blood vessels that help to form the outer layers of the tooth. Sometimes, due to trauma or a large cavity, the nerves and blood vessels can become infected and begin to infect the bone and surrounding tissues. A root canal removes the infected pulp and nerves so that the infection doesn’t destroy the tooth. The tooth is then cleaned and disinfected. A root canal is a necessary procedure to save infected teeth. And while the very words “root canal” can strike fear into the hearts of many people, there is absolutely nothing to worry about. It is a very standard and common procedure. Moreover, the dentists and staff here at Plumb Dental will make sure you are comfortable at every stage of the procedure. Learn more by calling us today!

When Do You Need A Root Canal?

What Does the Root Canal Procedure Entail?

As you can imagine, any infection in your teeth or around your gums is serious. Fortunately, there are many signs of infection that you can keep an eye out for. Here are some of the most common signs that you may need a root canal:

Sensitivity to hot or cold food items that remain after the food has been removed from the tooth
Severe toothaches
Pain when you eat or chew
A bump around the gums near the infected tooth
A darkening of the tooth

While the root canal procedure is very common, it’s still very important that you have it done as soon as possible to save the tooth. We know a lot of people are wary of the root canal process, but there is nothing to worry about. Take a look at what a root canal entails:

X-Rays and Examinations – Our dentists will take an x-ray of the infected tooth and study it to figure out exactly how to proceed.
Numbing – The tooth is then numbed with a local anesthetic, so you don’t feel any pain or discomfort during the root canal.
Removing Infected Pulp – Then, an opening is made in the crown of the tooth so dentists can remove the infected pulp and nerves. Once all of the infected pulp is removed, the new cavity is cleaned and disinfected.
Sealing – Special medicine is placed in the cavity to remove bacteria, then the cavity is filled and sealed.
Temporary Filling – Lastly, a temporary filling is placed in the tooth to protect it from contamination until a permanent crown or filling can be placed.

Why Get A Root Canal?

A root canal is necessary to save infected teeth. But apart from the necessity, there are benefits to getting a root canal

It negates the need for tooth extraction
It stops severe tooth pain
It allows you to chew freely and naturally

It protects the teeth next to the infected tooth
It prevents further infection and bacterial spread
It prevents the formation of further abscesses

You Don’t Have to Worry About A Root Canal

When you get your root canal done here at Plumb Dental, you can rest assured knowing that the infection will be completely removed and that you won’t feel a thing. If a stress and worry-free root canal sounds good to you, give us a call!

Phone: 435-359-4757 | 427 West 100 South St. George, Utah 84770 | Mon, Tues, Thurs & Friday 7:00am - 2:00pm Wed 10:00 Am - 6:00pm | Sat & Sun Closed​