Endodontics in Auburn, GA

When tooth pain strikes or infection sets in, endodontic treatment can relieve discomfort and save your natural tooth. At Auburn Dental Center, we provide advanced endodontic care in Auburn, GA, including root canal therapy and related procedures to preserve damaged teeth and restore your oral health.

If you’re experiencing severe tooth sensitivity, swelling, or discomfort, our team will diagnose the issue and determine if endodontic treatment is the right solution.

Endodontics is a dental specialty focused on treating issues inside the tooth — particularly the pulp, nerves, and surrounding root structures. The most common endodontic procedure is the root canal, used to clean and seal infected tooth interiors while keeping the outer structure intact.

Common signs you may need endodontic treatment include:

• Persistent tooth pain or pressure
  
  
• Sensitivity to hot or cold
  
  
• Swelling or tenderness around the gums
  
  
• A pimple or abscess near the tooth
  
  
• Deep decay or previous trauma to the tooth

Ignoring these symptoms can lead to severe infection or tooth loss. Root canal therapy allows us to eliminate infection and save your natural tooth.

At Auburn Dental Center, your comfort and results are our top priority. Here’s what you can expect from a typical endodontic procedure:

1. Diagnosis and Imaging – We use digital X-rays to identify infected or damaged pulp.
   
   
2. Local Anesthesia or Sedation – We ensure the area is fully numb and offer sedation options for nervous patients.
   
   
3. Pulp Removal – The infected tissue is removed from inside the tooth.
   
   
4. Cleaning and Shaping – The canal system is cleaned, disinfected, and shaped.
   
   
5. Filling and Sealing – The cleaned canal is filled with a rubber-like material to prevent reinfection.
   
   
6. Restoration – A dental crown is placed to strengthen and protect the treated tooth.

We also treat patients experiencing dental emergencies, many of which require urgent endodontic care.

Preserving your natural tooth offers several long-term benefits:

• Maintains natural function and chewing strength
  
  
• Prevents shifting of adjacent teeth
  
  
• Reduces need for implants or bridges
  
  
• Looks and feels more natural than a replacement

Endodontic care gives you the opportunity to avoid extraction and maintain your complete smile.

FAQs About Endodontic Treatment

1. Is endodontic treatment the same as a root canal?: Root canals are the most common type of endodontic procedure, but endodontics also includes retreatment, apicoectomy, and managing dental trauma.
   
   
2. Does a root canal hurt?: No. With modern techniques and sedation dentistry, root canals feel similar to getting a filling. Most patients report relief, not pain.
   
   
3. How long does a root canal last?: With proper care and a protective crown, root canal-treated teeth can last a lifetime.
   
   
4. How do I know if I need endodontic treatment?: Signs include pain, swelling, lingering sensitivity, or a darkened tooth. Our team will evaluate and confirm the diagnosis.
   
   
5. What if the tooth can’t be saved?: If the tooth is too damaged, we’ll recommend other options such as extraction and possible dental implant placement.

Relieve Tooth Pain and Save Your Smile

If you’re in pain or have been told you may need a root canal, don’t wait. Auburn Dental Center offers compassionate, expert endodontic care in Auburn, GA to get you out of pain and protect your smile.

Call us at (770) 339-4690 or request your appointment online to schedule your endodontic consultation.