A root canal is a treatment used to save a tooth that is badly decayed and/or infected. Nerve and pulp, the soft area within the center of the tooth, can become irritated, inflamed, and infected due to deep decay, repeated dental procedures on a tooth, large fillings, a crack or chip in the tooth, or trauma to the face. During a root canal procedure, the nerve and pulp is removed and the inside of the tooth is cleaned and sealed.
Root canal procedures have the reputation of being painful. In reality, most patients report that the procedure itself is no more painful than having a filling placed. The discomfort experienced in the period leading up to dental care is truly the painful period of time, not the root canal procedure itself.
The root canal procedure should relieve the pain you feel. Until your root canal procedure is completely finished – that is to say, the permanent filling is in place and/or the crown is placed, it is wise to minimize chewing on the tooth under repair. This step will help avoid re-contamination of the interior of the tooth and also may prevent a fragile tooth from breaking before the tooth can be fully restored. For the first few days following completion of treatment, the tooth may feel sensitive due to natural tissue inflammation, especially if there was pain or infection before the procedure.
As far as oral health care is concerned, brush and floss as you regularly would and see your dentist at normally scheduled intervals. The final step of the root canal procedure is application of a restoration such as a crown, to cover and protect the tooth.
With our team at Meadow Lake Dental Care, you can rest assured that our commitment to high-quality care puts your goals and comfort first. We treat you like family and always recommend the most appropriate care options like root canals when needed, to keep you smiling in the years to come.
I am not one who enjoys doctors at all and dentists are at the top of that list. I cracked a tooth yesterday at work and was in immense pain! My normal dentist of many years was closed yesterday and I am going on vacation next week and did not want to deal with this for two weeks. I searched my covered providers and found Dr. Kuebler was close to home. They got me in yesterday afternoon right away! The staff was great as well as Dr. Ryan, he gave me my three options for treatment. I settled on a root canal, he called an associate at another practice down the road and got me in within ASAP! He numbed the area so it was hopefully ready to go when I got there. He and his staff went above and beyond to take care of my tooth. Today before I could even make the follow up appointment to put in a temp crown and filling for my trip, he was already calling to check on me and make sure I was taken care of and free of pain. I may have found my new dentist, not that I go in like I should by Dr. Ryan Kuebler and the staff at Meadow Lake Dental are outstanding and I would recommend them to anyone! Again much thanks for everything!
Dr. Ryan and staff at his practice are just awesome !! Due to Covid situation, people must be very concerned with going to a dentist, as you can not use a mask at a dentist office to get treatment. We felt super comfortable and confident with Dr. Ryan for our family's dental needs. The office is super clean !! Staff very professional. Dr. Ryan, simply awesome !! It's been more than 3 years our family is visiting Dr. Ryan for our dental needs. Dr. Ryan takes care of his patients. We received follow-up call from Dr. himself to check with my wife after her root canal treatment. Thank you Dr. Ryan !!
I just left this office and am pleasantly shocked. In all my years of dental problems this office is unlike all the rest. For the first time in over 30 years I enjoyed my dental visit. It has been 7 years since my last exam- yes, 7. I have had root canals, wisdom teeth pulled, you name it. I was done with the dentist. My friend Rachael told me to go just try this one. (It was when I was bashing the dental field in general one conversation and she loved Dr. Ryan so much she had to stop my anti-dentist remarks) and she was right! I have children that will have to see a dentist soon so it was time for Mommy to make an appointment. I spoke with Christy (or is it Kristy with a K?) on the phone to make my appointment. Christy was kind, patient and answered my crazy questions. Jessica greeted me when I walked in- a first appointment bright and early - and she did it with a smile. Jessica and Christy made me feel so welcomed. That is rare at doctor offices! Then the doctors assistant KiLee- oh man she was the best! KiLee had to see my nasty mouth first. She took the X-rays and did the cleaning. She was gentle and very good at communicating. I think i talked her ear off about my dog and kiddos but she knew it helped me stay calm. These three women need raises cause they had me all calm and ready to see Dr. Ryan. Dr. Ryan does look young but the man is knowledgeable! He did the exam and worked on a treatment plan with KiLee. Then when I left, Jessica and Christy gave me my paperwork, quote of benefits, free toothbrush goodies and took my payment. I am returning to have my wisdom teeth removed and some cavities filled. Everyone was professional, nobody tried to upsell anything and they take my insurance! It was the first time dental care was affordable for me. And I was a new patient! I highly recommend Christy, Jessica, KiLee and Dr. Ryan. Thank you Meadow Lake Dental!