Root Canal Treatment
in Northeast Brampton
A root canal saves a tooth that is badly infected or decayed on the inside, and it relieves the pain that comes with it. At Gardenbrooke Dental in Northeast Brampton, Dr. Tanya Khattra, DDS, performs root canal treatment under effective local anaesthesia. Modern techniques make root canal therapy far more comfortable than its reputation suggests.
What Is Root Canal Treatment?
Inside every tooth is soft pulp tissue. When decay, a crack or an injury lets bacteria reach the pulp, it can become infected and painful. Root canal treatment removes the infected pulp, cleans and disinfects the canals and seals the tooth so it can stay in your mouth.
Signs You May Need a Root Canal
- Severe toothache when chewing or biting.
- Lingering sensitivity to hot or cold.
- Swelling or tenderness in the gums.
- A darkened tooth.
- A pimple-like bump on the gum.
Benefits
- Eliminates the pain and infection causing the problem.
- Saves your natural tooth, so extraction may not be needed.
- Helps prevent infection from spreading to nearby teeth and bone.
- Restores normal eating and speaking.
- With a crown, the treated tooth can last for many years.
The Process
- Examination and X-rays: confirm the infection and damage.
- Local anaesthesia: you feel pressure but not pain.
- Pulp removal: infected tissue is removed from each canal.
- Cleaning and shaping: canals are cleaned, shaped and disinfected with antimicrobial solutions.
- Filling and sealing: canals are filled with gutta-percha and sealed. A crown is typically placed at a follow-up appointment.
Most root canals take one or two appointments of 60 to 90 minutes. Front teeth with one canal are usually faster, and back teeth with several canals may need an additional visit.
Before Your Visit
- Take any antibiotics you have been prescribed.
- Eat beforehand and tell us about your medical history and allergies.
- Bring your insurance information.
- Arrange time for a possible follow-up for your crown.
After Your Treatment
- Avoid chewing on the tooth until numbness wears off and until the final restoration is placed.
- Mild discomfort for a few days usually responds to over-the-counter pain relievers.
- Brush and floss normally.
- Book your crown appointment to protect the tooth.
- Call us for swelling, fever, a high-feeling bite or pain that gets worse.
Cost and Insurance
Anterior (front tooth) root canals start from $700 and molar root canals from $1,800. Same-day emergency appointments are available. We accept most major insurance plans, NIHB and CDCP for eligible patients and will explain your costs first.
Why Choose Gardenbrooke Dental
- Comfortable treatment from Dr. Tanya Khattra, DDS.
- Same-day appointments available.
Frequently Asked Questions
Will a root canal hurt?
Modern root canal treatment is performed under effective local anaesthesia. You may feel pressure and vibration, but pain is rare. Discomfort afterward typically responds to over-the-counter pain relievers.
How long does a root canal take?
Most are completed in one or two appointments of 60 to 90 minutes. Front teeth with one canal are typically faster, and back teeth with multiple canals may need an extra visit.
What happens if I delay a root canal?
An untreated infected tooth will not heal on its own. The infection can spread to surrounding bone and nearby teeth, and the tooth will likely need extraction. Replacing it is far more involved and expensive than treating it early.
Will I need a crown afterward?
A crown is typically recommended to protect the weakened tooth. It is usually placed at a follow-up appointment.
How much does a root canal cost?
Front-tooth root canals start from $700 and molar root canals from $1,800.
Book Your Visit in Northeast Brampton
Call for same-day root canal care in Northeast Brampton.
- Phone: (905) 913-7878
- Address: 275 Gardenbrooke Trail, Brampton, ON L6P 4M6
- New patients are always welcome, and same-day appointments are available. We are open seven days a week.