Endodontics in Dublin, Grove City & Gahanna, Ohio
Saving Your Natural Teeth
Endodontics is a branch of dentistry that focuses on the treatment of the dental pulp — the inside of the tooth. The dental pulp contains connective tissue, blood vessels, and the nervous system. When infections occur, they can cause severe pain requiring urgent intervention.
Root Canal Therapy
Root canal therapy is the most common endodontic procedure. It involves removal of diseased pulp tissue, thorough cleaning of the root canals, and sealing with gutta-percha material. After treatment, teeth remain fully functional, though they become unable to sense temperature changes.
Apicoectomy
An apicoectomy is a surgery of the tooth root tips to remove infection when root canal treatment hasn’t provided lasting relief. This option allows us to save a tooth that might otherwise need extraction.
Signs You May Need Treatment
- Severe, persistent toothaches
- Tooth discoloration
- Increased sensitivity to hot or cold foods
- Gum inflammation and tenderness
- Pain while chewing
- Lymph node inflammation
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Frequently Asked Questions
Does insurance cover root canals?
Most dental insurance plans cover root canal therapy, typically at 50–80% after your deductible. daily DENTAL & bracesbar works with most major insurance providers — contact our Dublin, Gahanna, or Grove City office and we'll verify your benefits before your appointment.
Does a root canal hurt?
The procedure itself is performed under local anesthesia, so you shouldn't feel pain during treatment. Our offices also offer comfort amenities like noise-cancelling headphones, warm blankets, and pain relief medications to make the experience as easy as possible.
How long does a root canal take?
Most root canals are completed in a single appointment lasting 60–90 minutes. After the procedure, the tooth is sealed and you'll typically return for a crown to fully restore it.
How do I know if I need a root canal or just a filling?
Signs that point to root canal treatment — rather than a filling — include severe persistent toothaches, sensitivity to hot or cold that lingers, tooth discoloration, swollen gums, and pain when chewing. If you're experiencing any of these, schedule an exam at daily DENTAL & bracesbar so we can determine the right course of treatment.
What is an apicoectomy and when is it needed?
An apicoectomy is a minor surgical procedure that removes the very tip of the tooth's root along with any remaining infection when a previous root canal hasn't fully resolved the problem. It's a tooth-saving option — our team uses it to avoid extraction when retreating the root canal from above isn't sufficient.
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