Root Canals

Depending on the extent of the procedure and unique factors of anatomy, like narrow roots, or a small jaw, the time it takes to perform a successful procedure can vary, but it usually takes between 45 minutes and one hour to complete. 

Same-day treatment is available to patients who need to see the dentist immediately. Still, it may take one to two hours to accommodate patients and perform the procedure, depending on circumstances.

Are the Roots Removed during the Procedure?

No. The dentist does not remove the roots during a root canal procedure. The infection is on the inside of the root, in the pulp. During the process, Dr. Fitzhugh will remove the infected pulp tissue, clean the canals, and fill them so that the infection cannot return, preserving the structure and function of the tooth. 

Welcome to Burleson Endodontics

As part of your treatment plan, Dr. Fitzhugh may be more accurately assess the amount of time it will take to complete your procedure. We place patient safety and comfort first and only perform the highest level of dental care, meaning we will take the time to do it right. Contact Burleson Endodontics if you need information about your appointment or would like to schedule one.   

After your endodontic procedure, it is not uncommon to experience some soreness, sensitivity, or a general discomfort around the injection site, the area surrounding the tooth, or the tooth itself. 

This discomfort is in response to inflammation of the procedure and should lessen with time, lasting just a few days. Some discomfort is a natural part of the healing process and does not mean the treatment is failing. If your pain does not improve daily, please give us a call. We want you to feel comfortable.

Following the root canal procedure, you will need a dental restoration like a filling or crown to protect the tooth.

Root canals relieve significantly more pain than they cause. When the pain of an infected tooth is debilitating or inhibits the patient's ability to function, a permanent solution for pain relief feels like it cannot come fast enough. 

Local Burleson Endodontics Dentistry

Serving Burleson and its neighbors, Fort Worth, Crowley, Cleburne, and Joshua, Burleson Endodontics provides root canals, apical root surgery, and emergency root canal services.

Contact us today to schedule an appointment, with same-day appointments available to patients in need.

No referral is required to come into our office and meet with Dr. Fitzhugh or receive root canal treatment.

Endodontists are the specialists you want to see you have issues with a tooth that requires root canal treatment or apical root surgery. An endodontic specialist has two years of education beyond dental school and requires certification to practice endodontics. 

Seeing an endodontist is the right choice when patients need root canal retreatment or have unique anatomical features in their jaw or teeth that might complicate a root canal procedure.

When the health of your mouth is on the line, seek the help of an experienced endodontist who can resolve your issue and restore your oral health.

Many patients don't visit the endodontist because they believe they need a referral from another dentist to get an appointment, but that's not the case. At Burleson Endodontics, you can call us directly to schedule an appointment.

We want to deliver the best possible care to our patients and always provide the highest quality of endodontic dentistry.

Professional Endodontics

Burelson Endodontics is the root canal expert you can trust in Burelson, TX. If you need relief from the pain of an infected root or apical root surgery, contact us to schedule a time to meet with Dr. Fitzhugh for an examination and discuss your options.