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Relieve pain and save your natural tooth with root canal therapy in Boynton Beach, FL—an effective, comfortable treatment that eliminates infection, restores strength, and protects your long-term oral health.
Root canal therapy saves teeth damaged by infection or decay, allowing you to keep your natural tooth instead of extracting it. At Boynton Beach Dental Services, we provide root canal treatment in a comfortable setting, using modern techniques to minimize discomfort. Our restorative dentistry approach focuses on preserving your natural teeth whenever possible.
Many people worry about root canal pain, but modern treatment is far more comfortable than its reputation suggests. Dr. Eliseo Fiffe and Dr. Katiuska McIntosh use effective anesthesia and gentle techniques to keep you comfortable throughout the procedure. The treatment itself relieves the pain you’ve been experiencing from infection or decay.
Root canal therapy treats infection or damage inside your tooth. Each tooth contains soft tissue called pulp, which includes nerves, blood vessels, and connective tissue. When decay, cracks, or trauma allow bacteria to reach this pulp, infection develops. The infection causes pain, swelling, and can eventually spread to surrounding tissues or bone.
Root canal treatment repairs and saves severely damaged or infected teeth rather than removing them. During the procedure, we do the following:
This eliminates the source of pain while preserving your tooth structure.
The treatment gets its name from the tiny canals inside tooth roots where pulp tissue resides. These canals extend from the crown of the tooth down through the roots. The number of canals varies depending on which tooth requires treatment, with front teeth typically having one canal and molars having three or four.
Several symptoms suggest you may need root canal therapy. Persistent tooth pain is the most common indicator. The pain may be constant or come and go, and it often worsens when you bite down or apply pressure to the affected tooth.
Prolonged sensitivity to hot or cold temperatures also signals potential pulp damage. If discomfort lingers after the hot or cold stimulus is removed, the pulp may be inflamed or infected.
Visible changes around the tooth require attention:
Sometimes a tooth needs root canal therapy even without obvious symptoms. Deep decay, cracks, or previous trauma can damage pulp tissue before you notice pain. Regular dental examinations help us identify and prevent dental issues early.
Root canal treatment typically requires one or two appointments.
During your first visit, we numb the area thoroughly with local anesthesia. You should feel no pain during the procedure itself, just pressure and movement as we work. We create a small opening in the tooth crown to access the pulp chamber. Using specialized instruments, we carefully remove the infected or damaged pulp tissue from the chamber and root canals. We measure the length of each canal to ensure complete cleaning.
After removing all diseased tissue, we clean and shape the canals using small files. This process removes bacteria and prepares the space for filling. We irrigate the canals with an antibacterial solution to eliminate remaining bacteria and debris. Once the canals are clean and dry, we fill them with a rubber-like material called gutta-percha. This material seals the canals to prevent future infection. We place a temporary filling in the access opening to protect the tooth until your final restoration.
Most teeth that receive root canal therapy need a crown for protection. The crown covers and strengthens the tooth, preventing fractures and allowing normal chewing function. We typically place the crown at a follow-up appointment after the tooth has healed.
Keeping your natural tooth offers significant advantages over extraction.
Your natural tooth root stimulates the jawbone, maintaining bone density and facial structure. When a tooth is removed, bone loss begins immediately and continues over time.
Natural teeth also function better than replacements. They provide better chewing efficiency and a more natural sensation. While dental implants offer excellent replacement options, preserving your natural tooth remains the ideal solution when possible.
Cost considerations favor root canal therapy, too. While the initial expense of root canal treatment and crown placement may seem significant, it’s typically less expensive than extraction followed by implant placement or bridge work. Root canals provide long-term value by preserving your natural tooth structure.
The treatment also prevents complications associated with missing teeth. When a tooth is extracted and not replaced, neighboring teeth can shift position, affecting your bite and potentially causing jaw problems.
Dr. Eliseo Fiffe brings over 30 years of dental experience to every procedure, including complex root canal cases. His background in oral surgery provides additional insight when treating challenging infections or anatomical variations. Dr. Katiuska McIntosh combines technical precision with a gentle chairside manner. She understands patient anxiety and takes time to explain each step of treatment. Both doctors work collaboratively on complex cases to ensure you receive the best possible care.
As a husband-and-wife team, Drs. Fiffe and McIntosh create a family-oriented practice environment. Our entire team shares this philosophy, treating each patient with respect and compassion. We serve patients throughout Boynton Beach, including retirees and residents of nearby golf course communities. We also provide services in Spanish for patients who prefer to communicate in their native language. This ensures a clear understanding of your:
Our practice uses modern technology to improve treatment accuracy and comfort. Digital imaging helps us diagnose problems precisely, while advanced instruments allow more efficient treatment.
Root canal therapy is typically covered by dental insurance when medically necessary. We accept most PPO dental insurance plans and handle the filing of insurance claims on your behalf.
For patients without insurance coverage or those facing out-of-pocket costs, we offer CareCredit financing. This option allows you to spread treatment costs over several months with manageable monthly payments. We provide treatment cost estimates before beginning work so you understand your financial responsibility. We never want cost concerns to prevent you from receiving necessary dental care.
If you’re experiencing tooth pain or other symptoms suggesting you need root canal therapy, prompt treatment prevents complications and relieves discomfort. Dr. Eliseo Fiffe and Dr. Katiuska McIntosh can evaluate your situation and recommend the best course of action.
Contact us today to schedule your examination. We’re here to answer your questions and provide the comfortable, effective treatment you need.
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