Root Canal Therapy

What is a root canal?

A root canal is one of the most common dental procedures performed, well over 14 million every year. This simple treatment can save your natural teeth and prevent the need of dental implants or bridges.

At the center of your tooth is pulp. Pulp is a collection of blood vessels that helps to build the surrounding tooth. Infection of the pulp can be caused by trauma to the tooth, deep decay, cracks and chips, or repeated dental procedures. Symptoms of the infection can be identified as visible injury or swelling of the tooth, sensitivity to temperature or pain in the tooth and gums.

If you experience any of these symptoms, your dentist will most likely recommend non-surgical treatment to eliminate the diseased pulp. This injured pulp is removed and the root canal system is thoroughly cleaned and sealed. This therapy usually involves local anesthesia and may be completed in one or more visits depending on the treatment required. Success for this type of treatment occurs in about 90% of cases. If your tooth is not amenable to endodontic treatment or the chance of success is unfavorable, you will be informed at the time of consultation or when a complication becomes evident during or after treatment. We use local anesthesia to eliminate discomfort. In addition, we will provide nitrous oxide analgesia, if indicated. You will be able to drive home after your treatment, and you probably will be comfortable returning to your normal routine.

An example of a healthy tooth
Healthy Tooth
A tooth anatomy diagram highlighting pulp dentin and canal
Tooth Anatomy
A visual of tooth inflammation showing tooth decay and a inflamed pulp
Inflammation
A representation of a tooth with its canals cleaned
Cleaned Canals
An illustration of root canal filling of a tooth
Filling Placed
An example of a tooth healed by root canal therapy
Healed Tooth

Endodontic Presentation

To provide you with a better understanding of endodontic procedures, we have provided the following multimedia presentation. Many common questions pertaining to root canal therapy are discussed.

What happens after treatment?

When your root canal therapy has been completed, a record of your treatment will be sent to your restorative dentist. You should contact their office for a follow-up restoration within a few weeks of completion at our office. Your restorative dentist will decide on what type of restoration is necessary to protect your tooth. It is rare for endodontic patients to experience complications after routine endodontic treatment or microsurgery. If a problem does occur, however, we are available at all times to respond. To prevent further decay, continue to practice good dental hygiene.

How much will it cost?

The cost associated with this procedure can vary depending on factors such as the severity of damage to the affected tooth and which tooth is affected. In general, endodontic treatment is much less expensive than tooth removal and replacement with an artificial tooth.

Liberty Endodontics

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Procedure went quickly after I was numb. Dr & assistant we're very informative & pleasant.

- Judith S

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As a person that's terrified of having dental work done, this entire staff made sure that I was comfortable and most importantly, pain free throughout the entire visit. Everyone was very professional, very courteous, very caring and very efficient every step of the way. I feared that I would be in serious discomfort the following day and I've had absolutely NO pain during or after the treatment. This staff of professionals ROCK! Thank you for all you've done. If I ever need treatment again in the future, this is the ONLY place I'll visit.

- Sam T

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Very helpful, informative and professional! I would recommend to anyone!

- Caleb P

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Highly recommend. They are amazing! Pain free procedure and leaving with a smile. 🙂

- Sabrina S

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Everything involving my procedure was greater than expected. Very caring staff, especially James, was right by my side during everything, explaining what to expect, so nothing was a surprise! Thanks again, very grateful for the great care I received.

- Paula J

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You guys are freakin awesome!!! Only dentist that I have ever felt comfortable at! Thank you guys!!!

- Aaron S

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Very happy, great dentist and staff

- Anonymous

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Just a great overall experience! I went in terrified of shots and the dreaded "root canal" horror stories you hear about. Dr Lask made this first time experience a painless procedure!

- Hector J

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Exceptional, Root canals are usually very concerning. But the entire visit was very pleasant. I would Highly recommend Dr. Lask and his staff.

- Larry H

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Loved all of them would highly recommend them to anyone! James is outstanding!!!

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The best experience I've ever had at any doctors office.

- Anonymous

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I have a lot of fear when it comes to these kind of things...but not here! The whole process is quick and painless. Dr. Lask is fantastic!

- karen D

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They were short staffed but multi tasked like the pros they are. Dr Lask was gentle fast and efficient even when his normal assistant was out sick

- Angie H

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Very friendly staff and they really put me at ease. I am beyond grateful to everyone for their professionalism and the great care they gave me here.

- Chondra B

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Not enough stars. I give him 10

- Sean F

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Amazing experience. I walked in with a fear of dentist and I'm walking with a smile knowing that I have finally found a dentist that cares and is friendly making the fear go away!

- Crystelle S

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Will come again if needed. Love the staff and dentist. I'm very anxious when it comes to this and they were absolutely wonderful!!

- Anonymous

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I was very anxious about getting a root canal, but Dr. Lask and the staff were great at making me feel comfortable and confident in the procedure. It was painless and quick. I'm very thankful for my referral to Liberty Endodontics.

- Ashton M

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Wonderful staff--super nice and helpful with after care instructions

- Anonymous

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Very quickly accommodated me on short notice! Wonderful staff & experience!!

- Sarah S

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Wouldn't go anywhere else EVER . Highly recommend

- Erin S

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Best pain free root canal ever. Dr. Lask and Staff are unbelievably kind!

- Karen D

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First root canal and Dr. Lask was phenomenal!

- Shannon S

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My second root canal with Dr Lask and I would highly recommend him.

- Debbie D

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I am terrified of the dentist and this was the easiest thing I've ever done. Dr. Lask is so friendly and caring and all the staff. I will definitely recommend this office always. If you can say a root canal is a great experience, it was here!

- Christine L

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Everything was explained so well. The procedure itself was incredibly fast and I felt very well taken care of. By far, the best dental experience I have had in my life.

- Kathleen W

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I came screaming in pain and left with a smile on my face. (Well I was numb so I think I was smiling) very precise and painless work. 5 star rating

- Jayson Z

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I would HIGHLY recommend Dr Lask to anyone but especially anyone who hates shots or is hard to numb because he's great!!!

- Dee

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This is the best, friendliest, most professional dental office I've ever been to. Thank you for taking such good care of me!

- Kathy T

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From beginning to end ALL the staff were professional, friendly and fast. I was in and out and pain free. I highly recommend.

- Timesha

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I'm so scared when I come, but the doctor and ALL the staff are awesome and so patient. Thank you!!!

- Katherine T

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Both were very down to earth and easy to work with. Explained steps that were taken and warned me of any pain that I may experience. Great staff as well, will definitely come back and refer others!

- Kami H

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Your office gives me that "RIGHT AT HOME" feeling

- Angie S

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James (dental technician) was very helpful and comforting through the process.

- Monica S

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Dr Lask and staff are absolutely AMAZING! Would definitely recommend to anyone! Thanks you Dr Lask and staff !

- Angela M

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Dentist and assistant were wonderful..no pain

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always Leary about trying a new dentist and this was the easiest experience. I will recommend to all my friends! Very happy.

- Anonymous

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Great service, very friendly staff! thank you!

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I was very nervous about my root canal. Dr. Lask and James were fantastic. Positive experience.

- Anonymous

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I was very nervous because this was my first experience with a root canal but everyone made me feel at ease. It was painless and Dr. Lask made sure that everything was done 100%. Hopefully no more root canals but if I do I will be returning here.

- Brittany b

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Done real good,

- Anonymous

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Everything was Great

- karen W

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Dr. Lask was wonderful!! Great experience from start to finish!

- Tammy

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Staff and Dr.Lask were very professional, courtesy, kind and efficient. Best dentistry in the area.

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i would highly recommend this office to family & friends.

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Everyone was very friendly and accommodating.

- Lisa B

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Wonderful experience!! Dr. Lask was fabulous treatment was fast! Friendly staff! I would definitely recommend to friends and family if they need dental care.

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Very comfortable atmosphere, calming personality,!

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I'm very happy with my entire experience. I have had bad experiences in the past at other offices but everything was wonderful from scheduling me quickly to my treatment both dentally and personally.

- Rebecca R

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Best root canal experience ever

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